Labor & Employment

in committee · New York · Senate Feb 18, 2026

S 9244: Relates to paid leave for menopause

This bill creates a new paid leave benefit for workers experiencing menopause symptoms. It adds "menopause" to the definition of disability under workers' compensation law and defines it to include symptoms like hot flashes, sleep issues, and hormonal imbalances. Eligible employees may take up to five paid days per month (60 days annually) for medical care related to menopause, such as doctor visits or managing prescribed treatments. This leave is in addition to existing paid family and medical leave options and applies to all covered employees under the workers' compensation system.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands access to medical care for menopause symptoms by creating paid leave, aligning with improving patient access under healthcare policies.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAdds paid leave for menopause symptoms, expanding workplace disability benefits and protections for workers' health needs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave Workers' Compensation

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 10, 2026

S 9274: Relates to the treatment of prior service with certain agencies by the New York city police pension fund

This bill allows New York City police officers to count certain prior work as creditable service toward their pension benefits. Specifically, it includes service as a school safety agent, corrections officer, traffic enforcement agent, or in the police cadet program (if immediately preceding active police duty) as if it were direct police service. To qualify, officers must pay the required contributions plus 5% interest into the New York City Police Pension Fund. This change directly affects current members of the fund who have worked in these specific city roles before joining the police force.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands pension benefits for police officers by including prior service as creditable service, enhancing retirement compensation as a worker benefit.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 20, 2026

A 10275: Relates to employee mental health services

Establishes an employee mental health services program for all employees who work for the department of corrections and community supervision and all employees of the office of mental health who deliver services to incarcerated individuals overseen by the department of corrections and community supervision.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes mandatory mental health services program for correctional and mental health staff, directly expanding access to healthcare services for employees.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes mental health program for correctional/mental health staff, enhancing workplace safety and employee well-being per Labor & Employment standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 5, 2026

S 9125: Enacts the "licensure incentives and fee-support for testing (LIFT) act"

Enacts the "licensure incentives and fee-support for testing (LIFT) act"; establishes the social work licensure examination voucher program to provide low-income individuals vouchers to cover the cost of the examination required for licensure as a licensed master social worker or licensed clinical social worker.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirectly funds voucher program for low-income social work licensure exams using state budget, advancing public service access for disadvantaged groups through targeted appropriations.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides vouchers for social work licensure exams, increasing mental health professional access for low-income individuals.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides vouchers for licensure exams, reducing financial barriers to employment in social work for low-income individuals, advancing workforce access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Professional Licensing

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 18, 2026

S 9246: Requires employers to provide a leave of absence for an employee to use for colon cancer screenings

This bill requires employers to provide employees with four hours of paid leave each year specifically for colon cancer screenings. It directly affects employees who need screening appointments and employers with at least a certain number of workers (implied by labor law context). Key provisions include prohibiting employer retaliation for using this leave and clarifying that the leave does not replace other existing benefits or leave policies. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates paid leave for preventive colon cancer screenings, directly improving patient access to healthcare services per bill's core provision.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires paid leave for medical screenings, expanding worker benefits and protecting rights without retaliation per bill provisions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 20, 2026

A 10296: Requires employers to provide a leave of absence for an employee to use for menopause

Requires employers to provide leave of absence of at least five days for every 12 month period for an employee to use for menopause symptoms; requires the commissioner of labor, in consultation with the commissioner of health, to develop workplace guidance relating to menopause.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates 5 days annual leave for menopause symptoms, expanding employee benefits and workplace accommodations under labor protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 10, 2026

S 9130: Restores the 20 year service retirement for certain New York city corrections officers and sanitation workers

This bill restores a 20-year service requirement for retirement benefits for New York City corrections officers and sanitation workers who are part of specific pension plans. It changes their eligibility from needing 22 years of service (as previously required) to 20 years, allowing them to retire with full benefits after 20 years without age restrictions. The policy change applies specifically to "uniformed correction/sanitation revised plan members" under New York's retirement law. This amendment directly affects these city workers' retirement eligibility, making it easier to qualify for full benefits earlier than under prior rules.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRestores 20-year retirement eligibility for NYC corrections/sanitation workers, improving pension benefits by reducing service requirements from 22 to 20 years.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 12, 2026

A 10164: Authorizes the county of Dutchess to offer an optional twenty-five year retirement plan to certain deputy sheriffs employed by such county

This bill authorizes Dutchess County to offer an optional 25-year retirement plan to specific deputy sheriffs who missed the initial application deadline due to reasons not caused by their own negligence. The county must certify these employees' eligibility (no negligence) and file a resolution with the state comptroller within 180 days of the law taking effect. Eligible deputy sheriffs can then elect to join the plan within one year of the law's effective date to receive full retirement benefits. The county bears all associated costs, which may be paid over a five-year period.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAuthorizes expanded retirement benefits for eligible deputy sheriffs, aligning with worker benefit protection under Labor & Employment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Retirement Benefits

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 20, 2026

A 10295: Requires employers to provide a leave of absence for an employee to use for preventative health care measures

Requires employers to provide a leave of absence of at least four hours for every 12 month period for an employee to use for preventative health care measures.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires employer leave for preventative care, improving access to health services and protecting patient rights through mandated time off.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates employer-provided leave for preventative health care, expanding worker benefits and protecting rights to access medical care without penalty.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 12, 2026

A 10202: Authorizes additional paid leave for public employees who are absent on military duty

This bill increases paid leave for public employees serving in the military. It raises the maximum annual paid leave from 30 days (or 22 working days) to 60 days (or 52 working days) for time spent on military duty, including travel to and from duty. The change directly affects state and local government workers who are called to active military service. The policy ensures these employees receive full pay for up to the extended leave period without losing their jobs. The bill amends existing law to align with updated military service needs.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExtends paid leave from 30 to 60 days for public employees on military duty, protecting job security and expanding worker benefits per bill summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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