Bill > S03949

This bill requires that all contracts for human services between public entities (such as state departments, county governments, and school districts) and human services providers (like non-profit organizations or local agencies) must include two key stipulations: First, the public entity must pay human services workers at least 150% of the highest applicable minimum wage rate, whether that's the state minimum wage or any other existing wage rule; and second, the contract must confirm that sufficient funding has been appropriated to ensure these minimum wage requirements can be met. The bill defines "human services" broadly as services aimed at improving individuals' health and welfare by addressing social issues like domestic violence, poverty, unemployment, and substance abuse. The wage requirement applies to any contract entered into, renewed, modified, or amended after the bill's effective date, with the goal of ensuring fair compensation for workers providing critical social services across the state.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3949