Labor & Employment

in committee · New York · Senate Mar 31, 2026

S 9633: Relates to insurance requirements for third-party food delivery services

Requires bicycle delivery contractors to provide personal injury liability insurance to compensate persons injured by a bicycle delivery worker and to provide notice to delivery workers that the contractor provides personal injury liability insurance; authorizes the superintendent of financial services to promulgate rules and regulations.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill requires insurance coverage for injured delivery workers, protecting their rights and providing financial security in workplace injury scenarios.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Gig Economy

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 6, 2026

S 9386: Requires audits by the comptroller in the event of arrest or conviction of contractors

This bill requires the state comptroller to conduct audits of public works projects when contractors are convicted of specific crimes related to theft, fraud, wage theft, or labor violations. It directly affects contractors, subcontractors, and affiliated companies working on state-funded projects. The law mandates that audits cover all existing public works projects started by the contractor that received state funds after a conviction or legal determination. The bill defines contractors broadly to include subcontractors and affiliated entities to ensure comprehensive oversight.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes fiscal responsibility by requiring audits of public works projects when contractors commit fraud or theft, protecting taxpayer funds and ensuring proper use of state appropriations.75% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens accountability by requiring audits when contractors are convicted of crimes, promoting justice and preventing fraud in public works.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates audits for contractors convicted of wage theft and labor violations, directly protecting workers' rights and enforcing labor standards on public works projects.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Procurement Labor Standards

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 19, 2026

S 9520: Relates to small business savings accounts

This bill creates a new tax-advantaged savings program called SAVE for small businesses with 25 or fewer employees and annual net income under $250,000. It allows these businesses to contribute up to 10% of their previous year's gross profits to the accounts and deduct those contributions from their taxes, while tax-free withdrawals are permitted during specified economic hardship periods if the funds are used for worker hiring or job retention. The program requires the state tax commissioner to establish account standards, set distribution limits during hardship periods, and report annually on the accounts' effectiveness in stabilizing businesses and creating jobs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax-advantaged savings program for small businesses with tax deductions, promoting fiscal relief and economic support for small enterprises.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill creates tax-advantaged savings for small businesses to fund worker hiring and job retention, directly supporting employment stability and workforce development.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tags Small Business

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 2, 2026

A 10369: Makes provisions permanent relating to disability due to disease or malfunction of the heart or coronary arteries

This bill makes permanent provisions regarding disability benefits for volunteer firefighters who suffer injuries due to heart disease or coronary artery malfunction. It amends existing laws to ensure these disability provisions remain in effect through June 30, 2030, rather than expiring on their current date. The changes apply only to cases where the injury causing disability occurred on or after the bill's effective date, which is July 1st of the year it becomes law. This legislation directly affects volunteer firefighters and the organizations that administer their benefit programs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill extends disability benefits for volunteer firefighters with heart conditions, protecting healthcare access and financial security for injured medical personnel.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands disability benefits for volunteer firefighters, protecting worker rights and benefits for injured workers.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 9406: Provides that certain members of the United States Air Force Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol or the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Pilots shall be granted leave from work with pay for air force assigned missions

Provides that public officers and employees of the state who are members of the United States Air Force Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol or the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Pilots shall be granted leave from work with pay to participate in emergency services during certain air force assigned missions.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill grants paid leave for public employees participating in emergency air force missions, expanding worker benefits and protecting employment rights during service.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill grants paid leave for state employees serving in auxiliary military roles, supporting veteran-related service and recognition.75% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 9591: Enacts the retired childcare worker workforce re-entry act

Provides for an income tax credit of $1500 and related supports for retired childcare workers who re-enter the childcare workforce for at least 6 months in a year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides income tax credit for childcare workers re-entering workforce, offering tax relief and supporting workforce development.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides tax credit and supports for retired childcare workers re-entering workforce, expanding employment opportunities and benefits for workers in childcare sector.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 27, 2026

A 10726: Relates to child care assistance

This bill expands eligibility for state child care assistance to include families with incomes up to 85% of the state median income, not just those currently receiving public assistance. It allows child care support for parents working, attending school, or transitioning off public assistance, and guarantees 12 to 24 months of care for families who recently lost public assistance due to increased work or income. The bill also requires the state to split its child care block grant between statewide programs for quality improvement and direct assistance to low-income families, with performance standards that could result in withheld funding for agencies that do not meet placement and support goals.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands child care assistance funding to more families, increasing support for essential public services and working families.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands child care assistance for parents attending school, indirectly supporting educational access and enabling parents to pursue education while caring for children.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands child care assistance to working parents and those transitioning off public assistance, supporting workforce participation and employment stability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Tags Children

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passed · New York · Assembly Mar 16, 2026

K 1050: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 15, 2026, as Essential Workers Day in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize March 15, 2026, as Essential Workers Day. It directly affects essential workers across the state, including sanitation workers, healthcare providers, educators, and delivery personnel. The resolution directs the Governor to issue a proclamation acknowledging the contributions of these workers, particularly during the pandemic. Once adopted, the bill requires the legislature to send a formal copy of the resolution to Governor Kathy Hochul for her signature and official proclamation.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill recognizes essential workers' contributions and aims to honor their role, indirectly supporting worker visibility and appreciation.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 9330: Enacts the remedial construction of New York labor law act

Provides that the New York labor law shall be construed liberally for the accomplishment of its remedial purposes, regardless of whether similarly-worded provisions of federal laws or regulations have been or continue to be construed otherwise.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates liberal construction of labor law to accomplish remedial purposes, strengthening worker protections and rights under New York labor law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 3, 2026

A 10412: Requires labor peace agreements in contracts for certain retail or distribution projects involving public agencies

Requires labor peace agreements as a precondition for contracts for certain retail or distribution projects in which a public agency has a substantial proprietary interest.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill requires labor peace agreements, which protect workers' rights to collective bargaining and prevent strikes in public agency projects.85% confidence

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