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NY A10296
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rebecca Seawright
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AI Summary
- Employers must grant at least five days of paid leave of absence in any 12-month period for employees experiencing menopause symptoms
- Employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who request or use menopause leave
- The Commissioner of Labor must establish guidelines for notice, request, approval, and documentation requirements for the leave program
- The Commissioner of Labor, in consultation with the Commissioner of Health, must develop workplace guidance for managing menopause challenges and create a public awareness campaign
- Takes effect January 1st following enactment; leave provided is in addition to any other leave benefits required by law
Legislative Description
Requires employers to provide leave of absence of at least five days for every 12 month period for an employee to use for menopause symptoms; requires the commissioner of labor, in consultation with the commissioner of health, to develop workplace guidance relating to menopause.
Last Action
referred to labor
2/20/2026
Committee Referrals
Labor2/20/2026
Full Bill Text
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