Labor & Employment (Paid Leave)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11619: Requires employers to provide neonatal intensive care leave

This bill requires employers to provide unpaid leave for employees whose children are hospitalized in a neonatal intensive care unit. The amount of leave depends on company size, with businesses having 16 to 50 employees offering up to 10 days and larger companies offering up to 20 days. Employees can take this time continuously or in smaller increments, and they will be reinstated to their original job with benefits maintained after the leave ends. The law also prohibits discrimination against workers for using this leave and allows employers to request basic verification of the child's hospital stay without asking for private medical details.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates unpaid leave for neonatal intensive care, directly supporting patient access and protecting rights during critical health crises.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates unpaid leave for employees with hospitalized children, expanding worker benefits and protecting family rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Paid Leave

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

J 2314: Recognizing the New York Chapter of the National Domestic Workers Alliance

This Senate Resolution formally recognizes the New York Chapter of the National Domestic Workers Alliance for its advocacy work and historical contributions to improving conditions for domestic workers. The bill highlights the organization's efforts in securing legal protections, such as paid sick leave and family leave, and recovering stolen wages for employees in the field. By adopting this resolution, the legislative body intends to publicly honor the group's achievements and the legacy of its founder, Dorothy Bolden, without enacting any new laws or funding.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill honors an organization advocating for domestic workers' rights, including paid leave and wage recovery, indicating support for labor protections.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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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

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining Paid Leave Workers' Compensation

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 1, 2026

A 11198: Requires employers to pay employees accrued but unused vacation, paid time off, or other paid leave provided upon separation from employment

Requires employers to pay employees accrued but unused vacation, paid time off, or other paid leave provided upon termination, resignation, retirement or other separation from employment.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates payment of accrued leave upon separation, directly protecting worker benefits and rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Paid Leave

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in committee · New York · Senate May 29, 2026

J 2279: Commemorating the 10th Anniversary of the We Dream in Black initiative of the National Domestic Workers Alliance

This Senate Resolution officially commemorates the 10th anniversary of the "We Dream in Black" initiative, a program by the National Domestic Workers Alliance that supports Black and Afro-descendant domestic workers. The measure formally acknowledges the group's historical role in advocating for labor rights and its success in helping workers recover unpaid wages and secure legal protections like paid leave. As a symbolic gesture, the bill directs the legislature to pause briefly to honor the organization's contributions and sends a copy of the resolution to the Alliance. No new laws or funding are created; the text serves solely to recognize past achievements and celebrate the milestone.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill honors a group advocating for domestic workers' rights and unpaid wage recovery, signaling support for labor protections.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 6, 2026

S 9814: Relates to requiring delivery network company workers have access to paid sick leave

Includes delivery network company workers in the definition of "employee" for purposes of paid sick leave; provides that the employer of a delivery network company worker shall be a delivery network company.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands paid sick leave benefits to delivery workers, strengthening worker protections and rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Gig Economy Labor Standards Paid Leave

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 28, 2026

A 10811: Grants family leave benefits to persons who perform artistic and cultural work

Grants family leave benefits to persons who perform artistic and cultural work, including but not limited to, artistic and performing personnel, creative and design personnel, technical and production personnel, and front-of-house support personnel engaged in the production or operation of live theatrical or artistic performances.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill grants family leave benefits to artistic and cultural workers, expanding worker rights and benefits.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate May 28, 2026

S 9560: Includes certain persons engaged in a professional or teaching capacity in or for a religious, charitable or educational institution as employees for purposes of eligibility for paid family leave

Includes certain persons engaged in a professional or teaching capacity in or for a religious, charitable or educational institution as employees for purposes of eligibility for paid family leave.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands paid family leave eligibility to include certain professionals and teachers in religious, charitable, or educational institutions, strengthening worker benefits and protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 9217: Authorizes additional paid leave for public employees who are absent on military duty

This bill (S 9217) increases paid leave for public employees serving in the military. It allows eligible public employees (such as government workers, teachers, or police officers) to receive full pay for up to 60 days or 52 working days of absence for military duty in a single year, including travel time to and from duty. The change replaces previous limits of 30 days or 22 working days. The bill amends existing law to provide this additional paid leave without requiring new funding or administrative changes.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands paid leave benefits for public employees on military duty, strengthening worker benefits without new funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 18, 2026

S 9247: 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 workplace accommodations and protecting workers' health-related needs under employment standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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