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NY S09246
NY S09246Requires employers to provide a leave of absence of at least four hours for every 12 month period for an employee to use for colon cancer screenings.
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Introduced
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the labor law, in relation to a period of paid leave for colon cancer screenings
AI Summary
This bill requires employers to provide employees with at least four hours of paid leave within any 12-month period specifically for colon cancer screenings, ensuring that employees are not penalized or retaliated against for requesting or taking this time off. The legislation also clarifies that this new leave provision does not prevent employers from offering additional leave for screenings beyond what is mandated, nor does it affect an employee's existing rights to other benefits, and it directs the commissioner to establish necessary guidelines for the program's implementation.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO LABOR (on 02/18/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9246 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S09246&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S09246 |
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