Labor & Employment

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 8877: Relates to certain mandatory disclosures for job advertisements

Requires certain mandatory disclosures for printed or digital job advertisements by an employer or third-party job posting entity; provides for the imposition of a fine of $2,500 for violations.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates transparency in job ads to prevent misleading practices, aiding worker decision-making and protecting rights through disclosure requirements.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 7495: Enacts the menopause awareness improvement act

Enacts the menopause awareness improvement act; establishes a menopause education program; establishes course work or training in menopausal health; directs the commissioner of labor to conduct a study on the impact of menopause on the workforce.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentDirects labor commissioner to study menopause's workforce impact, addressing workplace health concerns under employment standards through education and research.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 4052: Includes Stewart International Airport in the definition of covered airport location for the purposes of minimum wage rates

This bill adds Stewart International Airport to the list of locations covered by New York's airport minimum wage law. It directly affects workers performing airline catering work at Stewart International Airport, ensuring they receive the same minimum wage rates as workers at JFK and LaGuardia airports. The law amendment explicitly includes Stewart in the definition of "covered airport location" within the labor law. This change applies immediately upon enactment to expand wage protections for these specific workers.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands minimum wage coverage to Stewart Airport workers, ensuring same pay as JFK/LGA under labor law, directly protecting wages and worker rights.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 5955: Relates to mandatory health insurance coverage for acupuncture services

This bill requires most large employer-sponsored health insurance plans in New York to cover acupuncture services when prescribed by a qualified healthcare provider. Specifically, it mandates that plans covering physician office services or major medical coverage must include acupuncture treatment (as defined by law) without denying coverage based on the provider's scope of practice. Plans may still apply standard cost-sharing rules like deductibles, co-pays, or benefit limits for these services. The law directly affects health insurers and employers offering large group health plans, effective 90 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for acupuncture services, expanding patient access without scope-based denial, directly advancing health coverage under healthcare policy indicators.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates employer health plans to cover acupuncture, expanding employee health benefits under employment standards without restricting access, aligning with worker benefit protections.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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died · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 8389: Relates to the New York state workforce development board

This bill renames the "New York State Workforce Investment Board" to the "New York State Workforce Development Board" and updates its membership structure. It directly affects the board's composition (adding specific representation for youth, mature workers, and industry sectors) and its administrative duties under state and federal workforce laws. The key mechanism is changing the board's official name and clarifying member appointment requirements, while maintaining its core responsibilities like developing workforce plans and coordinating federal funding. The bill does not alter the board's substantive policy functions.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAdds youth/mature worker representation to workforce board, enhancing worker voice in employment programs without altering core duties.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 5318: Prohibits insurers from reducing disability benefits due to the actual or anticipated receipt of social security disability benefits unless certain conditions are met

Prohibits insurers from reducing disability benefits due to the actual or anticipated receipt of social security disability benefits unless certain conditions are met.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentPrevents insurers from reducing disability benefits tied to Social Security, protecting workers' existing benefits without reducing compensation.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 8494: Provides for permitted leaves of absence for members of civil air patrol

This bill allows Civil Air Patrol members to take unpaid leave from their jobs during state-declared emergencies to assist with emergency response efforts. Employers must grant the leave if the member provides documentation from their unit commander confirming their role in the emergency, unless the absence would cause undue hardship to business operations. The leave applies only when members are actively performing duties related to the declared emergency, such as disaster support or search-and-rescue. Members must later submit a notarized statement from their unit commander verifying the leave period.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill grants Civil Air Patrol members unpaid leave for emergency response without job loss, protecting employment rights during public service duties.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 6465: Prohibits insurers from reducing disability benefits due to the actual or anticipated receipt of social security disability benefits unless certain conditions are met

Prohibits insurers from reducing disability benefits due to the actual or anticipated receipt of social security disability benefits unless certain conditions are met.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentPrevents insurers from reducing disability benefits tied to Social Security, protecting workers' financial security and expanding benefit stability.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 4832: Requires the workers' compensation board to submit a supplemental report every year

Requires the workers' compensation board to submit a supplemental report every year, including recommendations to modernize such board and certain data regarding claims made and decisions rendered on such claims.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires annual reports with modernization recommendations for workers' compensation board, aiming to improve claim processing and benefits for injured workers.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 10350: Relates to use of accrued sick time, compensation time or vacation time

This bill allows public employees in New York to use their accrued sick, vacation, or personal time while waiting for workers' compensation benefits or during disputes over their claims. It ensures that employers cannot force workers to use this time during such periods and requires that any time used be fully restored if the employee is later found eligible for benefits. The law explicitly excludes employees covered by collective bargaining agreements, though unions may choose to adopt these provisions or negotiate different terms through their contracts. By taking effect immediately, the legislation aims to provide financial stability and flexibility to workers facing employment-related medical delays without altering existing negotiated benefits.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill protects workers' rights by allowing sick/vacation time during workers' comp disputes and preventing forced time use.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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