New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A03345

Introduced
1/27/25  
Refer
1/27/25  

Caption

Prohibits any employer, labor organization, employment agency or licensing agency, or employees or agents thereof, to seek high school, college or graduate program graduation dates from a prospective employee for an interview or as a condition for employment.

Summary

Bill A03345 seeks to amend the executive law in New York by prohibiting employers, labor organizations, employment agencies, and licensing agencies from asking prospective employees about their graduation dates from high school, college, or graduate programs. This legislation aims to eliminate age discrimination in hiring practices by ensuring that candidates are not judged based on their educational timelines, which may correlate with their age.

Impact

If enacted, this bill will create a new unlawful discriminatory practice under New York's executive law, specifically targeting the employment sector. Employers will be legally barred from inquiring about graduation dates, which could lead to changes in hiring processes and practices across various industries. This amendment may also prompt a review of existing employment policies to ensure compliance with the new law.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A03345 appears to be generally supportive among advocates for fair employment practices, particularly those focused on reducing age discrimination. However, there may be concerns from some employers regarding the implications for assessing candidates' qualifications and experience without this information.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise from employers who argue that graduation dates provide valuable context regarding a candidate's experience and qualifications. Conversely, advocates for the bill assert that such inquiries can lead to age bias and discourage older candidates from applying. The debate centers around balancing fair hiring practices with the need for employers to evaluate potential employees effectively.

Companion Bills

NY S06629

Same As Prohibits any employer, labor organization, employment agency or licensing agency, or employees or agents thereof, to seek high school, college or graduate program graduation dates from a prospective employee for an interview or as a condition for employment.

Previously Filed As

NY S00331

Prohibits any employer, labor organization, employment agency or licensing agency, or employees or agents thereof, to seek high school, college or graduate program graduation dates from a prospective employee for an interview or as a condition for employment.

NY A00311

Prohibits any employer, labor organization, employment agency or licensing agency, or employees or agents thereof, to seek high school, college or graduate program graduation dates from a prospective employee for an interview or as a condition for employment.

NY S06629

Prohibits any employer, labor organization, employment agency or licensing agency, or employees or agents thereof, to seek high school, college or graduate program graduation dates from a prospective employee for an interview or as a condition for employment.

NY A01037

Prohibits an employer, licensing agency or employment agency from requesting or requiring that a prospective employee disclose their date of graduation from an educational institution on an initial employment application or during an interview, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification or need.

NY H7768

Prohibits an employer, employment agency, labor organization, or employee, to commit any act declared to be an unlawful employment practice; individuals would be held personally liable for such conduct.

NY S3200

Prohibits an employer, employment agency, labor organization, or employee, to commit any act declared to be an unlawful employment practice; individuals would be held personally liable for such conduct.

NY S02449

Prohibits an employer, licensing agency or employment agency from requesting or requiring that a prospective employee disclose his or her age, date of birth or date of graduation from an educational institution on an initial employment application or during an interview, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification or need.

NY S07433

Prohibits employers from requiring certain conditions or preconditions of employment.

NY S02271

Prohibits an employer, licensing agency or employment agency from requesting or requiring that a prospective employee disclose their age, date of birth or date of graduation from an educational institution on an initial employment application or during an interview, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification or need.

NY A10358

Provides notification of employment or promotion of applicable employees to organizations of state employees designated managerial or confidential for purposes of employee representation in determining the terms and conditions of employment.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.