Bill > S01810

This bill addresses workplace sexual harassment reporting by modifying existing laws to protect employees who may delay reporting incidents. Specifically, the bill prohibits employers from discriminating against or penalizing employees who take time to report sexual harassment, and it extends the statute of limitations for filing sexual harassment complaints. The bill defines sexual harassment as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. Under the new provisions, employees can file a sexual harassment complaint within three years after either filing a complaint with their employer or three years after leaving the employment where the harassment occurred, whichever is later. The bill also amends civil law to allow victims to bring civil claims for damages related to workplace sexual harassment within the same extended timeframe. By creating these protections, the bill aims to give employees more flexibility and time to report workplace sexual harassment without fear of retaliation, recognizing that victims may need time to process and address such experiences. The law will take effect 30 days after it is signed.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1810