NY A09479

Expands the definition of "disability" to include inability to work for medical treatment of serious health conditions not arising from employment.

Reduces eligibility requirement for paid family leave from 26 consecutive weeks to 4 consecutive weeks of employment with a covered employer, matching the disability insurance requirement.

Increases temporary disability insurance weekly benefit rate to 67% of average weekly wage (effective January 1, 2023) but not exceeding 67% of the New York state average weekly wage.

Extends family leave eligibility to employees not currently employed who became unemployed within 26 weeks and have an unpaid work attachment.

Allows self-employed persons who purchase disability insurance policies to become eligible for both disability and family leave benefits no later than 4 weeks after policy purchase.