Bill > A09131

This bill directs the New York State Department of Labor to establish a voluntary training and certification program for employers called the Neurodiversity Training Pledge. The program aims to promote an inclusive workplace and the advantages of a neurodiverse workforce, covering topics such as workplace sensitivity, the benefits of neurodiversity, inclusive hiring practices, workplace accessibility, and accommodations for neurodiverse employees. The certification will be awarded upon completion of the training program, which will be available online or virtually.