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NY A09639
Bill
Status
3/26/2024
Primary Sponsor
Ron Kim
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AI Summary
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Requires employers to grant employees unpaid leave of up to 24 hours during any 12-month period to attend school-related events for their child, limited to 4 hours per day unless more time is necessary.
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Defines covered school-related events as those related to academic achievement or educational services, including parent-teacher meetings, disciplinary proceedings, individualized education plan meetings, class presentations, and school interviews.
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Requires employees to provide at least 7 days' notice for foreseeable leave or notice as soon as practicable for emergencies, with employers able to request school documentation of attendance.
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Prohibits employer retaliation against employees exercising leave rights and allows employees to use paid leave (vacation, personal time) if they choose; employees may file complaints with the labor commissioner within one year of violations.
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Establishes penalties of up to $500 for first violations, $750 for second violations within two years, and $1,000 for subsequent violations; requires state and education departments to notify employers and schools of the policy.
Legislative Description
Enacts the "parental involvement leave act" requiring employers to grant employees up to 24 hours leave during any school year to attend school conferences or classroom activities related to the employee's child if the conference or activity cannot be scheduled during non-work hours; defines "employer" as any person or entity employing any individual in any occupation, industry, trade or business or service including any of the following: a state agency, office or department, a unit of local government, a school district, an individual, a corporation, a partnership, an association, or a nonprofit organization; makes related provisions.
Last Action
referred to labor
3/26/2024