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NY S09244
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/18/2026
Primary Sponsor
Cordell Cleare
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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-related services, including medical attention for physical or psychological imbalances and physician assistance for managing prescribed pharmaceuticals
- Provides an additional five days of paid leave per month during any 52-week period specifically for menopause, separate from other leave entitlements
- Authorizes the Department of Financial Services to adjust maximum employee contributions for 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
2/18/2026
Committee Referrals
Labor2/18/2026
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