Bill > A00145

This bill requires corporations to develop and implement comprehensive written policies addressing workplace sexual harassment, sexual assault, and discrimination, with specific standards to be established by the Division of Human Rights. Corporations must maintain detailed records of such incidents for five years and submit an annual report to the Division of Human Rights, detailing their policies and any instances of harassment, assault, or discrimination along with the outcomes of related claims. The bill introduces a compliance certification process where corporations will receive a certificate indicating their eligibility for state tax credits based on their workplace conduct. Companies deemed non-compliant by the Division of Human Rights will become ineligible for various state tax credits and exemptions across multiple areas of law, including economic development, public housing, and insurance. The Division of Human Rights is tasked with formulating specific policies, procedures, and standards for evaluating corporate conduct and determining tax credit eligibility. The provisions of this bill will take effect on January 1, 2027, with preparatory regulatory work authorized immediately, ultimately aiming to incentivize corporations to maintain workplace environments free from harassment and discrimination.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A145