Bill > A06612

This bill amends the New York labor law to protect employees from wage reduction when they participate in specific workplace safety-related activities. Specifically, the bill ensures that employees who accompany the labor commissioner during inspections, participate in risk evaluation and determination inspections, or take part in annual program reviews related to workplace violence protection cannot have their wages reduced as a result of their involvement in these activities. By adding this provision to existing labor law, the bill aims to encourage employee cooperation and transparency in workplace safety investigations without fear of financial retaliation. The new language explicitly prohibits employers from penalizing workers who assist in or contribute to official workplace safety reviews, thereby creating a safeguard for employees who help ensure workplace violence prevention programs are being properly implemented and monitored.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6612