New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A00392

Introduced
1/8/25  
Refer
1/8/25  

Caption

Requires employers of retail, food service or cleaning employees to give such employees 7 days' notice of their work schedule and a month's notice of the minimum hours of work; provides a private right of action to employees who are aggrieved by certain violations of such provisions.

Summary

Bill A00392 aims to amend the New York labor law by introducing new requirements for employers of retail, food service, and cleaning employees regarding work schedules. The bill mandates that employers provide written notice of work schedules and minimum monthly hours to employees upon their hiring and on a weekly basis thereafter. It also allows employees to mutually exchange shifts without requiring additional notice from employers. Violations of these provisions can result in civil penalties and provide employees with a private right of action for damages.

Impact

The bill will significantly impact labor practices in New York by enhancing employee rights related to work scheduling. It establishes clear guidelines for employers, particularly those with a large workforce, and creates legal avenues for employees to seek redress for violations. This may lead to increased compliance costs for employers and potentially alter hiring practices in the affected sectors.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A00392 appears to be supportive among labor advocates who view it as a necessary step towards improving working conditions for employees in low-wage sectors. However, there may be concerns from business groups regarding the potential administrative burden and costs associated with compliance.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the potential impact on small businesses and the administrative challenges they may face in implementing the new scheduling requirements. Some stakeholders argue that the bill could lead to reduced flexibility in scheduling, while proponents assert that it is essential for protecting workers' rights.

Companion Bills

NY S03871

Same As Requires employers of retail, food service or cleaning employees to give such employees 7 days' notice of their work schedule and a month's notice of the minimum hours of work; provides a private right of action to employees who are aggrieved by certain violations of such provisions.

Previously Filed As

NY A00737

Requires employers of retail, food service or cleaning employees to give such employees 7 days' notice of their work schedule and a month's notice of the minimum hours of work; provides a private right of action to employees who are aggrieved by certain violations of such provisions.

NY S02560

Requires employers of retail, food service or cleaning employees to give such employees 7 days' notice of their work schedule and a month's notice of the minimum hours of work; provides a private right of action to employees who are aggrieved by certain violations of such provisions.

NY S03871

Requires employers of retail, food service or cleaning employees to give such employees 7 days' notice of their work schedule and a month's notice of the minimum hours of work; provides a private right of action to employees who are aggrieved by certain violations of such provisions.

NY S1698

Notice Requirements for Certain Employers to their Employees

NY SB00831

An Act Concerning Advanced Notice Of An Employee's Work Schedule To Certain Employees.

NY H5678

Requires small employers with one to fifty (1-50) employees and large employers with fifty (50) or more employees to pay overtime wages to exempt workers if their salary exceeds varying multipliers of minimum wage for a forty (40) hour workweek.

NY S0589

Requires small employers with one to fifty (1-50) employees and large employers with fifty (50) or more employees to pay overtime wages to exempt workers if their salary exceeds varying multipliers of minimum wage for a forty (40) hour workweek.

NY S2166

Requires small employers with one to fifty (1-50) employees and large employers with fifty (50) or more employees to pay overtime wages to exempt workers if their salary exceeds varying multipliers of minimum wage for a forty (40) hour workweek.

NY H7490

Requires small employers with one to fifty (1-50) employees and large employers with fifty (50) or more employees to pay overtime wages to exempt workers if their salary exceeds varying multipliers of minimum wage for a forty (40) hour workweek.

NY S04047

Requires employers to provide notice of insurance requirements for injured employees to such employees in their native language; requires employers to provide notice of how to file a claim to injured workers; establishes a penalty for failure to comply with such notice requirements.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.