New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S05623

Introduced
2/26/25  
Refer
2/26/25  
Refer
1/7/26  

Caption

Relates to the right to unemployment benefits based on employment with certain educational institutions, including the state university of New York, the city university of New York and public community colleges; clarifies the meaning of certain terms relating to such rights to unemployment benefits.

Summary

Bill S05623 amends the New York labor law to clarify the eligibility criteria for unemployment benefits for individuals employed by educational institutions, including the State University of New York, the City University of New York, and public community colleges. It specifically addresses the definition of a 'contract to perform services' and the conditions under which a claimant can be considered to have reasonable assurance of continued employment. The bill aims to ensure that individuals in professional capacities at these institutions have clear guidelines regarding their eligibility for unemployment benefits during academic breaks or between terms.

Impact

The bill modifies existing labor law provisions regarding unemployment benefits, particularly for those employed in professional capacities at educational institutions. By defining the terms of a 'contract to perform services' and establishing criteria for reasonable assurance of employment, the bill seeks to provide greater clarity and protection for employees in these roles. It repeals previous provisions that may have been ambiguous or overly broad, thereby potentially reducing disputes over unemployment claims related to educational employment.

Sentiment

The sentiment around Bill S05623 appears to be largely supportive among those advocating for clearer guidelines for unemployment benefits in the education sector. However, there may be concerns from some educational institutions regarding the implications of the new definitions and requirements, particularly in relation to funding and employment contingencies.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the definitions of 'reasonable assurance' and 'professional capacity,' as these terms are critical in determining eligibility for unemployment benefits. Some educational institutions may argue that the bill places undue burdens on them to provide documentation and assurances, while advocates for employees may contend that the bill does not go far enough in protecting workers' rights during periods of unemployment between academic terms.

Companion Bills

NY A05860

Same As Relates to the right to unemployment benefits based on employment with certain educational institutions, including the state university of New York, the city university of New York and public community colleges; clarifies the meaning of certain terms relating to such rights to unemployment benefits.

Previously Filed As

NY A05860

Relates to the right to unemployment benefits based on employment with certain educational institutions, including the state university of New York, the city university of New York and public community colleges; clarifies the meaning of certain terms relating to such rights to unemployment benefits.

NY A07400

Implements a students' bill of rights for city university of New York institutions to guarantee certain rights to students at such institutions.

NY A10650

Implements a students' bill of rights for city university of New York institutions to guarantee certain rights to students at such institutions.

NY S02047

Relates to the term "reportable business relationship" as it relates to certain employees of the state university of New York and the city university of New York.

NY A00617

Relates to the term "reportable business relationship" as it relates to certain employees of the state university of New York and the city university of New York.

NY S03606

Modifies the term "reportable business relationship" as it relates to certain employees of the state university of New York and the city university of New York where their only form of state employment is with the state university of New York or city university of New York.

NY SB1950

Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals for unemployment benefits and the validity of certain claims for unemployment benefits submitted to the Texas Workforce Commission.

NY SB8

Modifies the duration of unemployment benefits based on the unemployment rate

NY S09536

Establishes a community garden grant program for all state university of New York and city university of New York campuses.

NY HB1849

Modifies the duration of unemployment benefits based on the unemployment rate

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