Labor & Employment (Workers' Compensation)

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 162: Authorizes the commissioner of labor and the workers' compensation board to issue stop-work orders

Authorizes the commissioner of labor and the workers' compensation board to issue stop-work orders; establishes procedure for the issuance of such orders; establishes penalties for failure to comply with such orders.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAuthorizes stop-work orders for workplace safety enforcement, strengthening worker protection protocols and compliance with safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation Workplace Safety

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 8482: Prohibits insurance carriers and employers from withholding certain benefits from injured workers based on attachment to the labor market

Prohibits insurance carriers and employers from withholding certain benefits from injured workers based on a claim that such workers have voluntarily withdrawn from the labor market by not seeking alternate employment that their injury or illness does not preclude them from performing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrevents denial of healthcare benefits for injured workers, ensuring continued access to necessary care by prohibiting withholding benefits based on labor market attachment.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits withholding benefits from injured workers not seeking alternate jobs they can perform, directly protecting workers' rights and benefits under employment standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3521: Relates to presumptions for injured workers who have not refused an offer of reemployment

Relates to the presumption that an injured worker who has not refused an offer of reemployment from their employer has not voluntarily withdrawn from the labor market for compensation purposes.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCreates presumption that injured workers not refusing reemployment remain in labor market for benefits, strengthening compensation access without requiring worker to prove continued labor market participation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation Workforce Development

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6141: Relates to disability benefits for pregnancy loss

This bill expands New York's workers' compensation program to include disability benefits for pregnancy loss. It directly affects employees covered by workers' compensation who experience pregnancy loss, ensuring they qualify for financial support during recovery. The key provision amends the definition of "disability" to explicitly include pregnancy loss and sets a specific benefit rate: 67% of the employee's average weekly wage, capped at 67% of the state average weekly wage. This change applies to all new or renewed policies issued after the effective date, providing concrete financial protection without altering other disability benefit calculations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands workers' comp disability coverage to include pregnancy loss, providing financial support for recovery, directly advancing healthcare access for affected employees.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands workers' compensation disability benefits to include pregnancy loss, providing 67% wage replacement for recovery, directly strengthening employee benefits and protections under Labor & Employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse Workers' Compensation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5761: Provides for paid family leave following pregnancy outcome

This bill amends New York's workers' compensation law to provide paid family leave for employees recovering after specific pregnancy outcomes, including stillbirth, miscarriage, or abortion. It expands existing leave provisions by adding these scenarios as eligible reasons for taking leave under the "family leave" definition. The policy change directly affects workers who experience these events, allowing them to take paid time off from work for recovery without losing income, as defined under the amended law. The bill becomes effective 90 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands paid family leave benefits to cover pregnancy outcomes, directly protecting workers' rights and income during recovery without financial loss.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave Workers' Compensation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5799: Relates to employment discrimination relating to family leave

Provides that an employee shall not be required to request reinstatement in order to file a discrimination claim regarding paid family medical leave benefits; permits a private right of action for certain violations as an alternative to a workers' compensation claim; provides for attorneys' fees and costs.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRemoves barrier for filing family leave discrimination claims, permits private right of action vs workers' comp, and covers legal fees - strengthening worker protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Employment Discrimination Paid Leave Workers' Compensation

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 6376: Prohibits insurance carriers and employers from withholding certain benefits from injured workers based on attachment to the labor market

Prohibits insurance carriers and employers from withholding certain benefits from injured workers based on a claim that such workers have voluntarily withdrawn from the labor market by not seeking alternate employment that their injury or illness does not preclude them from performing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrevents denial of workers' compensation benefits tied to insurance coverage, protecting injured workers' access to healthcare benefits.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentPrevents withholding benefits from injured workers not seeking alternate work they're capable of, protecting their rights and benefits under Labor & Employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8393: Relates to disability benefits for pregnancy loss

Bill A 8393 amends the workers' compensation law to explicitly include "pregnancy loss" within the definition of a disability related to pregnancy. This change means that employees experiencing pregnancy loss would be eligible for disability benefits. The bill also establishes a specific calculation for these benefits, setting them at sixty-seven percent of the employee's average weekly wage, capped at sixty-seven percent of the state average weekly wage. This differs from the general benefit calculation for other disabilities.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands workers' compensation to include pregnancy loss as a covered disability, providing explicit financial protection during medical leave and strengthening disability benefit access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 25, 2026

S 2234: Provides that either party to a workers' compensation claim can request a hearing

This bill allows both injured workers and employers to request a hearing in workers' compensation disputes. It requires the board to schedule such hearings within 45 days of a request and prohibits the board from imposing limits, prerequisites, or penalties on hearing requests. The bill also mandates that the board maintain a record of all hearings held. This change directly affects workers and employers navigating compensation claims by streamlining access to hearings.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRemoves barriers for injured workers to request hearings in compensation claims, strengthening access to dispute resolution per bill's requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4973: Removes labor market attachment requirements for certain disability cases

This bill amends New York's workers' compensation law to remove the requirement for workers with permanent partial disability to prove ongoing "labor market attachment" to receive benefits. It directly affects workers who have suffered work-related injuries causing lasting wage-earning capacity loss, allowing them to receive compensation based solely on their impairment level without needing to demonstrate continued job market engagement. Key provisions specify benefit duration limits (e.g., up to 525 weeks for >95% impairment) and also eliminate the labor market attachment requirement for temporary partial disability claims. The change simplifies the process for eligible claimants while maintaining specific benefit caps based on the severity of disability.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRemoves proof requirement for disability benefits, expanding access to compensation without labor market proof, directly protecting workers' rights and strengthening benefits under workers' comp.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation

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