Bill > A01446

This bill mandates that all state employees in New York must participate in annual bystander intervention training specifically focused on preventing sexual harassment. The training program will be developed by the division for the prevention of sexual harassment, which suggests a structured, standardized approach to educating state workers about recognizing and effectively responding to potential sexual harassment situations. Bystander intervention training typically teaches individuals how to safely and effectively intervene when they witness inappropriate behavior, helping to create a more respectful and safe workplace environment. The bill will go into effect 90 days after it becomes law, which gives state agencies time to prepare and implement the new training requirement. By making this training mandatory and annual, the legislation aims to proactively address sexual harassment in state workplaces by empowering employees to take action and prevent inappropriate behavior.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1446