A 4358 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Requires employers to engage in a good faith cooperative dialogue with employees who request accommodation due to a religious practice or observance

This bill requires employers to engage in a good-faith, written or oral dialogue with employees who request accommodations for religious practices (e.g., time off for worship, religious attire). It prohibits employers from refusing such accommodations without first attempting to find a solution through this dialogue and proving the accommodation would cause "undue hardship" (significant cost or disruption to operations). Employees will not receive premium pay or benefits for work during hours accommodated for religious needs. The law applies broadly to most employers, with limited exceptions for industries where uniform attendance is essential to avoid economic hardship.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 4, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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