Labor & Employment

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2356: Increases the number of members on the farm laborers wage board from three to five

Increases the number of members on the farm laborers wage board from three to five; adds as members the commissioner of agriculture and markets and a member appointed by the Dean of the Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands farm labor wage board membership to strengthen worker representation in wage determinations, aligning with protections for labor rights and fair compensation.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8028: Requires the payment of regular wages to bay constables employed by the town of Hempstead, Nassau county, who have sustained injuries or illnesses in the line of duty

Requires the payment of regular wages to bay constables employed by the town of Hempstead, Nassau county, who have sustained injuries or illnesses in the line of duty.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires regular wages for injured workers, protecting income during recovery and aligning with worker benefit protections in labor/employment policy.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7743: Enacts provisions providing protection to employees from retaliatory actions by employers where such employees report improper business activities

Enacts provisions providing protection to employees from retaliatory actions by employers where such employees report improper business activities; applicable to employees who in good faith reasonably believe that an improper business activity has or will occur, based on information that the employees reasonably believe to be true; provides remedies and relief.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly protects employees reporting improper business activities from retaliation, directly advancing workers' rights to report misconduct without fear of reprisal.95% confidence

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signed · New York · Senate Sep 5, 2025

S 5254: Protects certain employees from a reduction of wages due to their involvement in the investigation of a violation of a workplace violence protection program

Protects certain employees from a reduction of wages due to their involvement in the investigation of a violation of a workplace violence protection program.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProtects employees from wage retaliation for investigating workplace violence violations, directly advancing worker safety protections and rights under Labor & Employment.95% confidence

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1038: Includes Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases as occupational diseases for purposes of workers' compensation

Includes Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases as occupational diseases for purposes of workers' compensation; clarifies that disability includes disability caused by Lyme disease or other tick-borne diseases; requires insurance coverage of long term medical care for Lyme disease and other tick borne diseases.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for long-term medical care for Lyme/tick-borne diseases, expanding health coverage and protecting workers' rights under workers' compensation.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands workers' compensation coverage for Lyme/tick-borne diseases as occupational illnesses, ensuring medical benefits and disability protections for affected workers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Workers' Compensation

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passed · New York · Senate May 11, 2026

S 4464: Relates to the organization of industrial development agencies

This bill (S 4464) revises rules for New York's industrial development agencies (IDAs), which are local entities that support economic growth through tax incentives and development projects. It mandates that IDAs include at least one representative from a local labor organization (defined as groups focused on collective bargaining or workplace issues) and one representative from a school district or local government, alongside business and municipal representatives. Agencies must have 3-7 members appointed by local governing bodies, with no paid roles but reimbursement for necessary expenses. The bill directly affects IDAs operating across New York municipalities, requiring structural changes to their governance to include labor and education representation.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates labor organization representation (focused on collective bargaining) in industrial development agencies, directly supporting worker voice in economic development decisions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7697: Relates to providing minimum standards governing maternity policy for institutions employing police officers and correctional officers

Relates to providing minimum standards governing maternity policy for institutions employing police officers and correctional officers including uniform and/or equipment modifications, exemption from firearm qualification requirements, and ensuring there is no discrimination or poor treatment of pregnant individuals.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates maternity accommodations (uniform/equipment modifications, firearm exemptions) and prohibits discrimination against pregnant officers, directly protecting workers' rights in employment conditions.92% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2313: Relates to a leave of absence for veterans on Veterans Day

This bill (S 2313) grants New York veteran employees the right to request an unpaid leave of absence from work on Veterans Day (November 11) each year. To qualify, veterans must provide written proof of service to their employer by October 15 and be a New York resident. Employers may deny the leave only if it causes undue hardship to business operations, and the leave must be taken as unpaid time or deducted from existing paid leave. The law does not override collective bargaining agreements or affect veterans covered by other specific laws.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentGrants veterans right to unpaid leave, protecting employment rights and expanding leave benefits without restricting worker protections.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransGrants unpaid leave on Veterans Day for NY veterans, recognizing service through workplace accommodation per bill title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining Paid Leave Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education Veteran 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

Sub-Topics Employment Discrimination

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6774: Relates to the child and dependent care credit

This New York bill increases the state's child and dependent care credit by raising the percentage of the federal credit that New York refunds to qualifying families. It modifies the calculation to provide higher credit amounts for lower-income households, including a 110% credit for incomes under $50,000 starting in 2025. The bill also includes a "reversion event" clause that would reset credit formulas if federal changes significantly reduce state funding for childcare assistance. The policy directly affects New York taxpayers who claim the child and dependent care credit for childcare costs related to work or education.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax credit for low-income households (110% for under $50k), providing direct tax relief and modifying calculations to prioritize lower-income families.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentIncreases childcare credit for low-income households, reducing a key barrier to workforce participation and supporting employment standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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