Bill > A05981

This bill requires the Olympic Regional Development Authority (ORDA), in consultation with the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the Division of Human Rights, to develop an annual anti-bias and inclusion training program for employees of these agencies and private contractors working in tourist accommodations and attractions within the Adirondack Park. The training, which must be at least 30 minutes long, will cover topics such as diversity, unconscious bias, creating an inclusive work environment, examining personal biases, and identifying ways to respond to discrimination. The bill defines key terms like "Adirondack Park" (the specific geographical area), "tourist accommodation" (hotels, motels, campgrounds), and "tourist attraction" (places of public interest with or without admission fees). The Division of Human Rights is authorized to create rules and regulations to implement this training requirement. The bill will take effect 60 days after becoming law, aiming to promote a more inclusive and respectful work environment in state agencies and tourist-related businesses in the Adirondack region.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5981