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NY A10270
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rebecca Seawright
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AI Summary
- Adds menopause to the definition of "disability" under New York's workers' compensation law, alongside pregnancy
- Defines menopause symptoms to include hot flashes, night sweats, chills, sleep problems, hormonal/emotional imbalances, weight gain, and slowed metabolism
- Creates eligibility for paid family leave to seek menopause services, including medical attention for physical or psychological effects and physician assistance for prescribed pharmaceuticals
- Provides up to 5 additional days of paid leave per month during any 52-week period specifically for menopause
- Authorizes the Department of Financial Services to adjust maximum employee contributions to the paid family leave program to account for this new benefit
Legislative Description
Relates to providing five days of paid leave for menopause.
Last Action
referred to labor
2/20/2026
Committee Referrals
Labor2/20/2026
Full Bill Text
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