Bill > A07097

This bill amends the New York Labor Law by expanding the definition of "employer" to include municipal corporations, public benefit corporations, and public authorities under wage payment provisions. Currently, the law defines an employer as any person, corporation, limited liability company, or association employing individuals in various occupations and industries. The proposed change would explicitly add municipal corporations, public benefit corporations, and public authorities to this definition, while still excluding state governmental agencies. This modification aims to clarify and potentially broaden the scope of wage payment protections by ensuring that these specific types of public entities are considered employers for the purposes of labor law. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage, potentially providing more comprehensive wage protection for employees working in municipal and public sector organizations.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7097