Bill > A00163

This bill amends the New York labor law to specify the conditions under which employers can pay wages to employees by direct deposit to a payroll debit card. The key provisions include: (1) requiring written consent from employees before using direct deposit or payroll debit cards, and prohibiting these payment methods as a condition of employment; (2) ensuring employees can withdraw their full wages without fees; (3) requiring employers to reimburse employees for any fees related to the direct deposit; and (4) providing definitions for important terms like "direct deposit" and "payroll debit card." The bill aims to protect employee rights and ensure they have full access to their earned wages when paid electronically.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/A163