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NY A10592
Bill
Status
7/6/2022
Primary Sponsor
Jo Simon
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of "action involving public petition and participation" to include protected allegations of employment discrimination made by employees to their employers or agents.
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Defines "protected allegation" as allegations of employment discrimination, discriminatory harassment, or retaliation made under any federal, state, or local law.
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Establishes that protected allegations made within the context of employment constitute communication in a public forum.
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Specifies that protected allegations shall not be considered purely private matters, thus qualifying as matters of public interest.
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Applies retroactively to all actions commenced on or after the effective date of the act.
Legislative Description
Provides that certain allegations made by employees involving employment shall be protected and matters of public interest in actions involving public petition and participation.
Last Action
referred to judiciary
7/6/2022