New York S06542 amends the labor law to adjust farm worker meal, lodging, and utilities minimum wage credits for cost of living increases.

New York S06542 amends the labor law by adding a new subdivision to Section 673. This amendment allows meals, lodging, and utilities to be considered part of the minimum wage rate for farm workers. The Department of Labor must publish updated allowance amounts adjusted for cost of living increases every five years, starting by December 1, 2025. These updated amounts will take effect on the first of January following their publication. The act will become law 30 days after its passage.

New York S06542 amends the labor law to adjust farm worker meal, lodging, and utilities minimum wage credits for cost of living increases.

New York S06542 amends the labor law by adding a new subdivision to Section 673. This amendment allows meals, lodging, and utilities to be considered part of the minimum wage rate for farm workers. The Department of Labor must publish updated allowance amounts adjusted for cost of living increases every five years, starting by December 1, 2025. These updated amounts will take effect on the first of January following their publication. The act will become law 30 days after its passage.