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NY S00726
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
James Sanders
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AI Summary
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Waives New York State's sovereign immunity for claims brought under four federal laws: the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, and Family and Medical Leave Act
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Allows lawsuits against the state to proceed in both state and federal courts for violations of these federal employment and civil rights protections
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Extends the immunity waiver to all instrumentalities and political subdivisions of the state, including local governments and state agencies
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Waives the state's sovereign immunity in state and federal courts with regard to liability for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act; waives the immunity of all instrumentalities and political subdivisions of the state.
Last Action
REFERRED TO CODES
1/7/2026