Labor & Employment

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 20, 2026

A 10663: Provides for the establishment of a nexus with the state of New York relating to unlawful discriminatory practices

This bill expands New York State's ability to handle discrimination cases by establishing a legal connection, or nexus, between discriminatory practices and the state, even when the discrimination occurs outside New York. It directly affects employers, labor organizations, and individuals who may experience discrimination in ways connected to New York, such as when the person is a New York resident during the incident or when the job involves work in the state. The law allows New York courts to hear these cases if there is a sufficient link to the state, including situations where an employee works in New York even occasionally or where a policy decision was made in the state. This change clarifies when New York's anti-discrimination laws apply and ensures that individuals can pursue remedies in New York courts for related grievances without needing to file separate state civil actions.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands anti-discrimination protections by establishing nexus for out-of-state cases, strengthening worker rights and employment standards.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 3, 2026

A 10374: Establishes the hospice workforce stabilization and innovation program; appropriation

Establishes the hospice workforce stabilization and innovation program; grants for staff retention incentives, continuing education, professional certification including board certification in hospice and palliative care, workforce wellness initiatives, and other workforce support activities approved by the department; creates grants for establishing regional hospice workforce pipeline programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly creates a new program with appropriations for hospice workforce stabilization, including grants for staff retention, education, and wellness initiatives, directly funding essential public health services.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes hospice workforce stabilization program with grants for staff retention, education, and wellness initiatives, directly strengthening healthcare workforce capacity.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes workforce stabilization program with grants for staff retention, continuing education, certification, and wellness initiatives, directly supporting hospice workers' employment conditions and professional development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Professional Licensing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10580: Requires at least one electric level three fast charging station for every five thousand New York state residents

Requires at least one electric level three fast charging station available to the public for every five thousand New York state residents on a county level by December 31, 2027; provides for the siting of such charging stations; requires construction and development of such stations to comply with article 8 of the labor law including payment of the prevailing wage.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates electric vehicle charging infrastructure, directly advancing renewable energy adoption and clean energy infrastructure development.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates prevailing wage payment for charging station construction, directly protecting worker compensation rights under Article 8 of labor law.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9502: Relates to benefits for the surviving spouses of firefighters killed in the line of duty

This bill establishes a property tax exemption for surviving spouses of firefighters killed in the line of duty. It allows local governments and school districts to exempt up to 50% of the assessed value of the surviving spouse's primary residence from real property taxes. The exemption applies specifically to firefighters who are members of the New York City Fire Department pension fund or the New York State Police and Fire Retirement System. Local legislative bodies retain the authority to reduce the percentage of exemption within their jurisdictions. The law takes effect on January 1st following its enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides property tax relief for surviving spouses of firefighters, reducing their tax burden and offering financial support to vulnerable families.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides property tax exemption benefits to surviving spouses of firefighters, expanding worker benefits and supporting labor-related welfare for public safety employees.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Pensions Property Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 17, 2026

S 9485: Relates to the establishment of the small business child & dependent care savings program

This bill creates a new savings program specifically for employees of small businesses in New York state to help them save money for child and dependent care. It affects employers with one to one hundred employees who have been in business for at least two years and do not currently offer a child and dependent care savings plan. The program allows employees to contribute a portion of their wages through payroll deductions, with contributions managed by the state's comptroller and labor commissioner. Employers would establish payroll systems to collect these contributions, and employees could choose their contribution amounts or opt out of the program. The bill also outlines rules for enrollment periods, contribution limits, and how employees can withdraw their savings under certain circumstances.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a savings program for small businesses, promoting fiscal responsibility and employee benefits without increasing taxes or cutting public services.70% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes savings program for small business employees to help with child and dependent care, expanding worker benefits and supporting workforce stability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Tags Small Business

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 10510: Prohibits gas and electric corporations from recovering costs related to labor-related legal activity or workers' compensation loss adjustment expenses from ratepayers

Prohibits gas and electric corporations from recovering labor-related legal costs or workers' compensation loss adjustment expenses from ratepayers through rates, charges, surcharges, adjustment mechanisms, riders, or reconciliation mechanisms; defines labor-related legal activity.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects utility consumers by preventing corporations from passing labor-related legal costs to ratepayers, reducing energy costs for consumers.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill prevents utility companies from passing labor-related legal costs and workers' compensation expenses to consumers, protecting workers' compensation benefits and reducing financial burden on ratepayers.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10597: Enacts the "Omnibus Prevailing Wage Enforcement Act"

Enacts the "omnibus prevailing wage enforcement act"; creates the office of the prevailing wage fraud inspector general for increased vigilance in the effort to achieve prevailing wage enforcement; allows public authorities to require that successful bidders for public works jobs participate in a state-sponsored apprenticeship program; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill strengthens worker protections by enforcing prevailing wages and creating oversight for wage fraud, directly advancing labor standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Apprenticeships Labor Standards

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 10365: 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 advance remedial purposes, strengthening worker protections and rights under New York labor law.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 23, 2026

S 9382: Authorizes a claimant to receive a dependent allowance in addition to unemployment insurance benefits

Provides that a claimant eligible to receive unemployment insurance benefits shall also be entitled to receive a dependent allowance which shall begin at forty-five dollars and shall increase annually by an amount determined by the department of labor; directs the department of labor to report to the legislature following each calendar quarter certain information about dependent allowances and to make such reports available on its website; provides that a claimant's maximum benefit amount, including such dependent allowance, shall not exceed one hundred percent of such claimant's average weekly wage from their highest-earning calendar quarter.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands unemployment benefits by adding dependent allowance, directly strengthening worker financial protections and benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Unemployment

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passed · New York · Assembly Mar 25, 2026

K 1096: Commemorating the 115th Anniversary of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire on March 25, 2026

This bill commemorates the 115th anniversary of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire on March 25, 2026, by formally recognizing the tragedy that killed 146 garment workers and acknowledging the historical significance of the event in advancing labor rights. The resolution highlights the fire's role in prompting major labor reforms, including improved safety regulations and the eventual establishment of workers' rights such as the 40-hour work week and unionization protections. It also honors the specific victims by listing their names and ages, and calls attention to the ongoing efforts of labor organizations and immigrant communities in protecting workers today. The bill is primarily symbolic, serving to educate the public and reaffirm the state's commitment to remembering this pivotal moment in labor history.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill commemorates Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, a pivotal event that advanced labor rights, workplace safety, and workers' protections, aligning with support indicators.75% confidence

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