Labor & Employment

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 10643: Relates to labor peace agreements and the cannabis industry wage board; repealer

This bill modifies regulations for the cannabis industry in New York to strengthen labor standards and market oversight. It requires new and renewing license applicants to sign labor peace agreements with unions, making the maintenance of these agreements a condition for certification and registration. The legislation also establishes a new Cannabis Industry Wage Board to set fair wages and working conditions, while giving the state board authority to review licenses and modify terms if large market players hinder social equity goals. Additionally, the bill mandates that applicants disclose detailed ownership structures and salary information to promote transparency and accountability within the industry.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates labor peace agreements and establishes a wage board to strengthen worker rights and fair wages.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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signed · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 10648: Implements an agreement between the state and an employee organization; providing for the adjustment of salaries of certain incumbents in the professional service in the state university; appropriation

Implements an agreement between the state and an employee organization; provides for the adjustment of salaries of certain incumbents in the professional service in the state university; makes an appropriation for the purpose of effectuating certain provisions thereof.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds to adjust university professional service salaries, directly advancing state budget spending for public services.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides salary adjustments and funding for state university professional staff, directly supporting educators.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill implements an agreement to adjust salaries for state university employees, directly funding and protecting worker compensation.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 38: Directs the New York State Department of Labor to establish a voluntary training and certification program for employers that have taken the Neurodiversity Training Pledge

Directs the New York State Department of Labor to establish a voluntary training and certification program for employers entitled the Neurodiversity Training Pledge.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentVoluntary training program for neurodiversity inclusion advances workplace rights by promoting inclusive hiring practices and supporting neurodiverse workers' employment needs.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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died · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 6868: Increases the civil penalties for violations of child labor laws

This bill increases civil penalties for employers violating New York's child labor laws. Penalties rise to up to $3,000 for a first violation, $5,000 for a second, and $10,000 for third or subsequent violations. Crucially, if a minor is seriously injured (defined as permanent disability) or dies due to a violation, penalties triple to up to $30,000. The law directly affects employers who break child labor rules, with penalties paid to the state treasury.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesPenalties paid to state treasury increase revenue, directly supporting fiscal management and budget resources without tax implications.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentIncreases penalties for child labor violations, strengthening protections for minor workers and workplace safety under Labor & Employment policies.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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passed · New York · Assembly May 20, 2026

A 7194: Prohibits the use of student loan payment credit history checks in certain cases

This bill prohibits employers from asking job applicants about their student loan payment history or using that information to make hiring decisions. It directly affects job applicants, particularly those with student debt, by preventing employment discrimination based on their loan status. The law includes an exception for employers required by state/federal law or financial regulations to check this information. The bill applies to all employers except those in specific regulated industries like finance. It becomes effective immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentPrevents employment discrimination based on student debt, protecting workers' rights in hiring decisions95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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passed both · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 368: Relates to requiring employers to obtain an acknowledgement of receipt from employees of their sexual harassment prevention policy and sexual harassment prevention training program

Relates to requiring employers to obtain an acknowledgement of receipt from employees of their sexual harassment prevention policy and sexual harassment prevention training program in writing in English and in employees' primary languages; requires employers to obtain acknowledgements from employees and keep such acknowledgements for six years.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates written acknowledgment of sexual harassment prevention policies/training, strengthening workplace safety protections for employees per Labor & Employment topic criteria.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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passed both · New York · Assembly Apr 21, 2026

A 1396: Prevents outsourcing during a hiring freeze

Prevents an agency, department, division, commission, bureau or any other entity under the authority of the executive department from contracting, subcontracting or hiring any third party during a hiring freeze.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentPrevents outsourcing during hiring freeze, protecting existing agency jobs from displacement by third-party contractors, aligning with worker protection indicators.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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signed · New York · Assembly Mar 31, 2026

A 10760: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2026 through April 7, 2026

This bill provides emergency funding for state government operations from April 1 through April 7, 2026, to ensure payments continue while regular appropriations are being processed. It allocates approximately $248 million for employee payroll, $10 million for non-payroll operational expenses, and $6.4 million for federal food and nutrition assistance programs. The legislation also includes $609.9 million for the Medical Assistance Program (Medicaid) and covers various employee benefits such as social security contributions and retirement plan costs. This temporary funding allows state departments and agencies to maintain essential services during the brief gap before the full fiscal year budget is enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency funding for state operations, payroll, Medicaid, and essential programs, directly advancing budget allocation and government spending.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $609.9 million for Medicaid, directly funding healthcare services and maintaining program operations.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill allocates $248M for employee payroll and covers employee benefits, directly supporting worker compensation and employment operations75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

passed both · New York · Senate Mar 30, 2026

S 2236: Enacts the wage payment integrity act

Amends provisions relating to payment of wages to include compensation that is not payable solely at the employer's discretion; requires certain notices.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAmends wage payment rules to require non-discretionary compensation and notices, strengthening worker payment protections and rights.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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signed · New York · Senate Mar 27, 2026

S 8818: Provides protections for telecommunications tower technicians; repealer

Provides protections for telecommunications tower technicians, including requiring that all tower technicians performing work pursuant to a contract with a state agency complete training requirements determined by the office of general services prior to commencing work pursuant to such contracts; repeals legislative intent relating to such tower technician protections; relates to the effectiveness thereof.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates safety training for tower technicians, directly enhancing workplace safety protections under Labor & Employment.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment