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NY S00936
Bill
Status
2/26/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kristen Gonzalez
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AI Summary
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Requires each state agency to submit a telework report to the Department of Civil Service by July 1, 2026, detailing the number of employees who teleworked, job titles, days teleworked, benefits, disadvantages, and copies of official telework policies
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Mandates agencies collect and include anonymous employee opinions on their agency's telecommuting policy as part of the report
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Directs the Department of Civil Service to compile all agency telework reports into a single comprehensive report and submit it to the Speaker of the Assembly and Temporary President of the Senate by September 1, 2026
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Defines telework as performing regular work functions at a location different from the agency's official principal location
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Cites potential benefits of telework including reduced workers' compensation costs, work-life balance, decreased air pollution and traffic congestion, reduced absenteeism, and accommodations for disabled employees
Legislative Description
Directs state agencies to submit reports detailing their telework policies; permits input from employees anonymously; directs the department of civil service to compile reports and submit a single report to the legislature.
Last Action
ADVANCED TO THIRD READING
3/4/2026