Bill > A04727

This bill extends paid family leave benefits to construction workers who work under collective bargaining agreements by modifying the workers' compensation law. Specifically, the bill allows construction workers who perform tasks like demolition, rehabilitation, repairs, and renovations for multiple employers to be eligible for family leave benefits if they have worked at least 26 of the last 39 weeks for any covered employer that is a signatory to a collective bargaining agreement. The bill provides additional provisions for these workers, such as becoming immediately eligible for family leave benefits upon returning to work after an unpaid leave or after being laid off and receiving unemployment benefits. The changes aim to provide more flexible and accessible family leave benefits for construction workers who often work for multiple employers through union agreements, recognizing the unique employment patterns in the construction industry. The bill uses gender-neutral language by replacing "he or she" with "such employee" and will take effect immediately upon passage.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4727