A 746 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Establishes unpaid leave of absence as a reasonable accommodation under the state's human rights law

This bill adds unpaid leave as a formal "reasonable accommodation" under the state's human rights law for employees with disabilities or pregnancy-related conditions. It specifically allows unpaid leave to recover from episodic health issues, requiring medical certification and an estimated return date, but prohibits indefinite leave. Employers must engage in an interactive process with the employee to determine appropriate accommodations, including the leave duration. The law applies directly to covered employers and employees seeking this type of leave for qualifying health needs.
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 8, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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