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NY A10297
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rebecca Seawright
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AI Summary
- Employers must grant at least 4 hours of leave per 12-month period for employees to undergo colon cancer screenings
- Employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who request or use this leave
- Leave provided under this law is in addition to any other leave benefits employees are entitled to under other laws
- The Commissioner of Labor will establish guidelines for notice, request, approval, and documentation requirements
- Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Requires employers to provide a leave of absence of at least four hours for every 12 month period for an employee to use for colon cancer screenings.
Last Action
referred to labor
2/20/2026
Committee Referrals
Labor2/20/2026
Full Bill Text
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