Bill > S05991

This bill requires employers to provide paid leave to employees, expanding on existing sick leave legislation. For employers with 4 or fewer employees, those with a net income over $1 million must provide up to 40 hours of paid leave annually. Employers with 5-99 employees must offer 40 hours of paid leave, while those with 100 or more employees must provide 40 hours of paid leave plus up to 56 hours of paid sick leave each calendar year. Employees will accrue leave at a rate of one hour per 30 hours worked, with the ability to use leave for various purposes including personal or family medical needs, domestic violence support, and preventive care. The bill also introduces 20 hours of paid prenatal personal leave for employees, which can be used for pregnancy-related healthcare services. Employers cannot require disclosure of confidential medical information, cannot retaliate against employees for using leave, and must restore employees to their previous position after leave. The legislation allows for collective bargaining agreements that provide comparable benefits and gives the labor commissioner authority to adopt regulations and conduct public awareness campaigns about the new leave requirements.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5991