Bill > S06634

This bill amends the New York State Executive Law to prohibit employment discrimination against caregivers by expanding legal protections and defining key terms. The bill defines a "caregiver" as someone who provides daily care or supervision for a minor child or a care recipient, with a broad definition of "covered family member" that includes biological, adoptive, foster, and other familial relationships. The legislation makes it unlawful for employers to refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against individuals because of their status as a caregiver, and requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for caregivers' needs, such as flexible work schedules, job restructuring, remote work, or temporary transfers. These accommodations must be provided unless they would impose an undue hardship on the employer, which is determined by considering factors like the business's size, type of operation, and the nature and cost of the accommodation. The bill also protects caregivers from harassment and retaliation in the workplace and applies these protections to various employment contexts, including hiring, internships, and workplace interactions. The new law aims to support workers who have significant caretaking responsibilities while balancing the practical constraints of business operations.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6634