Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
This series consists of files for the Civil Service Commission's security risk program which determined if private organizations or groups were subversive and designated state agencies and individual positions as "security agencies" or "positions." The background and administrative files, subject files and correspondence contain detailed information on the development and operation of the program, on groups designated as subversive, on organizations opposing the program, and on individuals and groups who appealed security risk determinations. Some records may be restricted.
Creator:
Title:
Security risk program files
Quantity:

2 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:
1951-1960
Series Number:
B0506