Labor & Employment

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3648: Relates to prohibiting retaliatory action by employers for the reporting of discrimination violations

This bill prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who report discrimination. It specifically protects workers who disclose discrimination to supervisors or public bodies, provide information during investigations, refuse to participate in discriminatory practices, or file formal complaints under New York's anti-discrimination law (Article 15 of the Executive Law). Employers cannot punish, fire, or take adverse action against employees for these protected activities. The law takes effect immediately and applies to all employers covered by New York's labor protections.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits employer retaliation for reporting discrimination, directly protecting workers' rights under anti-discrimination law95% confidence

Sub-Topics Employment Discrimination

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2178: Relates to job skills training programs and employment services for taxicab drivers

Directs the department of labor to provide notice of job skills training programs and employment services available to taxicab drivers seeking alternate employment who may need assistance with language instruction, financial literacy, social services, computer training and career counseling.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentDirects labor department to provide job skills training, language instruction, and career counseling for taxicab drivers seeking alternate employment, enhancing workforce transition and support services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Gig Economy Workforce Development

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2652: Relates to safe staffing levels at nursing homes

Relates to safe staffing levels at nursing homes; requires the department of health to give significant weight to labor supply shortages in particular regions during any declared statewide disaster emergency.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates department to prioritize labor shortages in nursing home staffing during disasters, protecting patient safety and continuity of healthcare services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires department to prioritize labor supply shortages in staffing during disasters, directly advancing workplace safety for nursing home workers.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Long-Term Care

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 13, 2025

S 7437: Relates to prohibiting agreements between employers that directly restrict the current or future employment of any employee

Prohibits agreements between employers that directly restrict the current or future employment of any employee; allows for a cause of action against employers who engage in such agreements.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBans employer agreements restricting employee mobility, protecting workers' right to seek employment without collusion.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 26, 2026

A 6480: Establishes the "no severance ultimatums act"

Establishes the "no severance ultimatums act", which prevents employers from giving coercive ultimatums to employees or former employees relating to severance agreements.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentPrevents employers from coercing workers into severance agreements, directly protecting employee rights during termination negotiations.95% confidence

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passed · New York · Assembly Feb 24, 2025

K 114: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 16-22, 2025, as Grain Bin Safety Week in the State of New York

This resolution asks Governor Hochul to declare February 16-22, 2025, as Grain Bin Safety Week in New York. It directly aims to raise awareness about grain handling hazards affecting agricultural workers, citing that over 900 engulfment incidents have occurred in the U.S. with a 62% fatality rate. The resolution emphasizes education and safe work practices to reduce preventable injuries and deaths, without creating new laws or regulations. It is a non-binding request to the Governor, consistent with legislative tradition for awareness weeks.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentPromotes grain bin safety awareness for agricultural workers, citing high fatality rates and emphasizing education to reduce preventable injuries, directly advancing workplace safety standards in Labor & Employment.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3596: Enacts "the prison wage act" relating to payment for labor performed by incarcerated individuals

This bill requires incarcerated individuals in New York state correctional facilities to be paid for labor performed, setting a minimum standard of at least half the state's minimum wage. It directly affects people held in state and local prisons who work in facility operations, community programs, or nonprofit volunteer roles. Key provisions mandate compensation for all work described in the law, including kitchen duties, maintenance, and specialized facility tasks, with pay calculated based on minimum wage standards. The law updates multiple correction law sections to ensure all such labor is compensated fairly, replacing previous unpaid or low-wage labor practices.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires fair wages for incarcerated workers, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism through meaningful labor opportunities in correctional facilities.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates minimum wage payment for incarcerated workers, directly advancing wage standards and workers' rights per bill's compensation requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5404: Provides for nondisclosure and non-disparagement agreements

Prohibits provisions in any waiver, settlement, agreement or other resolution of any claim where the foundation for which is an alleged violation of the labor law or article fifteen of the executive law, that prevent the disclosure of the employee's workplace experience with the employer.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits non-disclosure clauses in labor violation settlements, protecting employees' right to report workplace issues without fear of silencing agreements.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3137: Exempts poll workers from the obligation to pay New York state income tax on income earned on an election day

This bill exempts New York state income tax on income earned by resident poll workers on election days, effective for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026. It directly affects individuals working as election inspectors, poll clerks, or election coordinators during state, local, or federal elections (including primaries). The key provision removes the requirement for these workers to pay state income tax on their election-day earnings, regardless of federal tax status. The exemption applies only to income earned specifically on election days, not other work.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts poll workers from state income tax on election day earnings, providing tax relief for lower-income election workers as a direct tax policy change.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExempts poll workers from state income tax on election-day earnings, increasing take-home pay and expanding financial benefits for covered workers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 11, 2026

A 2107: Relates to granting employees access to personnel records

Grants employees access to personnel records; requires notice of negative information in such records and an opportunity for a review; permits employee to include certain information in personnel records.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentGrants employees access to personnel records and notice of negative entries, strengthening worker rights to review and correct their records.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Employees

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