New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S03811

Introduced
1/30/25  
Refer
1/30/25  

Caption

Directs the department of labor to post on its internet website and annually update the names of employers who employ 50 or more employees who receive public assistance.

Summary

Bill S03811 proposes an amendment to the New York labor law that requires the Department of Labor to publish and annually update a list of employers who employ 50 or more employees that receive public assistance. The bill aims to increase transparency regarding the employment practices of large employers and their reliance on public assistance programs. It defines 'public assistance' to include various forms of aid such as medical assistance, child health insurance, TANF benefits, earned income tax credits, and SNAP benefits.

Impact

If enacted, this bill would create a new requirement for the Department of Labor, potentially affecting how employers are perceived in the public eye, especially those who employ a significant number of workers dependent on public assistance. It may lead to increased scrutiny of large employers and could influence public policy discussions around employment practices and social safety nets.

Sentiment

The sentiment around Bill S03811 appears to be mixed, with proponents arguing for greater accountability and transparency from large employers, while opponents may view it as potentially stigmatizing businesses that employ low-wage workers. No voting history or committee discussions are available to provide further insights into the legislative sentiment.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise from concerns about the potential stigma attached to employers listed as employing a significant number of public assistance recipients. Critics may argue that this could unfairly target businesses that provide essential jobs, while supporters may contend that it is necessary to hold employers accountable for their labor practices and the impact on public resources.

Companion Bills

NY A00987

Same As Directs the department of labor to post on its internet website and annually update the names of employers who employ 50 or more employees who receive public assistance.

NY A11038

Same As Directs the department of labor to post on its internet website and annually update the names of employers who employ 50 or more employees who receive public assistance

Previously Filed As

NY A11038

Directs the department of labor to post on its internet website and annually update the names of employers who employ 50 or more employees who receive public assistance.

NY S02953

Directs the department of labor to post on its internet website and annually update the names of employers who employ 50 or more employees who receive public assistance.

NY A00987

Directs the department of labor to post on its internet website and annually update the names of employers who employ 50 or more employees who receive public assistance.

NY HB4147

Relating to medical assistance; prescribing an effective date.

NY S2095

"Government Reality Check Act"; prohibits public employers from providing certain benefits to public employees; restricts gifts to public employees; restricts travel by public employees; imposes post-employment restriction on public contracting employees.

NY HB905

Prohibiting the employment of unauthorized employees; requiring hotel and lodging industry employers to verify the Social Security numbers of employees; imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; and imposing penalties.

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.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.