Bill > A07768

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 broadly defines a "caregiver" as a person who provides daily care or supervision for a minor child or care recipient, including a wide range of family members such as biological, adoptive, foster, and step-relatives. Under the new provisions, employers cannot refuse to hire, fire, or discriminate against an individual because of their status as a caregiver, and they are required to provide reasonable accommodations to enable caregivers to meet the health, safety, education, or daily living needs of their minor children or care recipients. These accommodations may include flexible scheduling, job restructuring, remote work, temporary transfers, and time off for appointments, provided such accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the employer. The bill also protects caregivers from harassment and ensures they cannot be penalized for seeking accommodations or opposing discriminatory practices. The law will take effect 90 days after it becomes law, extending employment protections to a broader group of workers with caregiving responsibilities.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7768