Labor & Employment

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1006: Relates to the minimum wage for employees with disabilities

Eliminates provisions exempting employees with disabilities from the minimum wage law; provides that laws or minimum wage orders that authorize an employer to pay a wage that is less than the minimum wage are valid provided that under such laws or orders an employee with a disability is paid the same wage as an employee in a comparable position that does not have a disability.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEliminates wage exemptions for disabled workers, mandating equal pay for comparable roles, strengthening minimum wage protections under Labor & Employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Minimum Wage

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3412: Provides for the regulation of all indoor and outdoor worksites

Provides for the regulation of indoor and outdoor worksites with temperature protection standards and education, training and reporting requirements to ensure that employers provide safe conditions for their employees.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates temperature standards, training, and reporting for workplace safety, directly strengthening employee protections under Labor & Employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Workplace Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2175: Relates to the entitlement to unpaid leave of absence for victims of domestic violence

Provides for unpaid leave of absence for victims of domestic violence; permits victims of domestic violence to take an unpaid leave of absence for twenty days from employment to address on-going domestic violence; defines "address on-going domestic violence"; contains provision to protect the individual's job position and benefits.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides unpaid leave for domestic violence victims, protecting job security and benefits - directly advancing workers' rights under Labor & Employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1940: Relates to paid leave for menstrual complications and menopause

This New York bill creates a new paid leave benefit for workers experiencing menstrual complications or menopause. Eligible employees can take up to four paid days each month (max 48 days annually) for conditions like fibroids, endometriosis, PCOS, hot flashes, or sleep issues related to menopause. The leave is added to existing workers' compensation coverage, requiring employers to treat these absences like other covered medical leaves. It directly affects New York workers with qualifying health conditions who are covered under the state's workers' compensation system.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides paid leave for medically necessary absences related to menstrual/menopause health conditions, expanding access to healthcare without financial penalty for workers.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCreates new paid leave benefit for menstrual/menopause health issues, expanding workers' benefits and protecting rights under employment standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5463: Relates to penalties for violation of certain wage payment violations

Permits an employee to commence a private action against an employer for violation of frequency of wage payment violations; directs increased penalties.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill permits employee lawsuits for wage payment violations and increases penalties, strengthening enforcement of wage rights and protecting workers from wage theft.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards

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signed · New York · Senate Dec 19, 2025

S 3072: Relates to the use of consumer credit history for certain purposes

This bill prohibits employers and licensing agencies from using an individual's credit history (including credit reports, scores, or self-disclosed credit details) when making hiring, employment, or licensing decisions. It directly affects job applicants and license seekers who might otherwise face barriers due to their credit history. Key exceptions allow credit checks only for specific roles involving national security, law enforcement, financial responsibilities over $10,000, or access to trade secrets. The law applies broadly but exempts positions requiring security clearances, bonding, or fiduciary duties as defined in the bill. It does not prevent agencies from considering unpaid taxes or fines.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits credit checks in hiring, removing barriers for job applicants and advancing fair employment practices under Labor & Employment standards.90% confidence

died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1938: Permits schools to allow trade unions to make a recruitment presentation in a high school

Requires the principal of any high school to allow any local trade union, upon request, to enter the school for the purpose of trade union recruitment, including, but not limited to: making presentations; disseminating literature; and answering questions by students.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEnables trade union recruitment in schools, directly supporting collective bargaining rights and worker organizing efforts per labor topic indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Apprenticeships Child Labor Collective Bargaining

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 492: Establishes the statewide childcare workforce living wage fund; appropriation

This bill establishes a $1.2 billion permanent fund to improve wages and benefits for New York's childcare workforce. It directly affects licensed childcare providers that accept families using the state's Child Care Assistance Program, requiring them to use at least 75% of funds for direct caregivers (like teachers), 10% for administrators, and the rest for program quality or expansion. The fund mandates that providers meet a new minimum compensation scale (developed with worker input) aiming to align childcare wages with public school educators. The Office of Children and Family Services will distribute funds based on factors like serving high-need children, underserved communities, and enrollment, with annual reporting requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes $1.2B permanent fund for childcare wages, mandating direct funding for caregivers and program quality, advancing public service funding.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds childcare workforce wages (75% for direct caregivers), directly supporting early education educators and improving access to quality childcare services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes $1.2B fund for childcare worker living wage, mandates 75% for direct caregivers, develops compensation scale with worker input to improve wages/benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Employment Discrimination Minimum Wage

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 167: Provides that the commissioner of labor shall notify the chairperson of the state liquor authority of certain violations of the labor law

Provides that the commissioner of labor shall notify the chairperson of the state liquor authority of certain violations of the labor law relating to wages and hours of labor; provides that the chairperson of the state liquor authority shall suspend certain liquor licenses of such employers in violation of such provisions.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEnforces wage/hour compliance by requiring license suspension for violations, protecting workers' rights through administrative penalties.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4781: Relates to apprenticeship training

Requires such apprenticeship program is specific to the type and scope of work which is being performed and have a graduation rate of at least thirty percent as determined by the department of labor; makes technical corrections.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires specific apprenticeship program standards and 30% graduation rate, enhancing training quality and employment outcomes for workers.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Apprenticeships

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