Bill > A04906

This bill modifies the workers' compensation law to progressively increase disability benefits for employees over several years, starting in 2028. Specifically, the weekly benefit amount that disabled employees can receive will incrementally rise: in 2028, employees will be entitled to 50% of their average weekly wage (not exceeding 50% of the state average weekly wage); in 2029, this increases to 55% of their average weekly wage (not exceeding 55% of the state average); in 2030, it rises to 60% of their average weekly wage; and in subsequent years, it will be 67% of their average weekly wage. The bill also adjusts employee contributions to disability benefits, increasing the maximum weekly contribution from 60 cents to $2.20. Additionally, the bill expands protections for employees taking disability leave, including prohibiting employers from interfering with or retaliating against employees who exercise their disability leave rights, ensuring job reinstatement after leave, and maintaining health insurance benefits during the leave period. These changes aim to provide more comprehensive and financially supportive disability benefits for workers.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4906