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NY S01209
NY S01209Allows parents and legal guardians to work from home; allows flexible working arrangements during a public health emergency or state or local disaster emergency which closes schools or day care centers; defines terms; creates a rebuttable presumption that an employee can work remotely if such employee has done so for two consecutive pay periods or two weeks; creates a civil penalty for violations.
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Introduced
01/10/2023
01/10/2023
In Committee
02/07/2024
02/07/2024
Crossed Over
02/07/2024
02/07/2024
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the labor law, in relation to flexible working arrangements for parents and legal guardians when day care centers and schools are closed during a state or local disaster emergency
AI Summary
This bill amends the labor law to allow parents and legal guardians to work remotely or request flexible working arrangements when their child's school or day care center is closed due to a state or local disaster emergency. It establishes a rebuttable presumption that an employee can work remotely if they have done so for at least two consecutive pay periods or two weeks. The bill also requires employers to consider requests for flexible working arrangements and prohibits employers from discriminating or retaliating against employees who exercise their rights under this law. Additionally, the bill authorizes the labor commissioner to bring enforcement actions and impose civil penalties for violations.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
referred to labor (on 02/07/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S1209 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S01209&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S01209 |
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