New York S09247 requires employers to provide at least five days of leave per year for employees experiencing menopause symptoms.

New York S09247 amends the labor law to mandate employers to grant at least five days of leave annually for employees dealing with menopause symptoms. The bill prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who request or use this leave. Additionally, it tasks the commissioner of labor, in consultation with the commissioner of health, to create workplace guidance and a public awareness campaign about menopause and its workplace impact. This leave does not affect other employee benefits or leave provisions under existing laws.

New York S09247 requires employers to provide at least five days of leave per year for employees experiencing menopause symptoms.

New York S09247 amends the labor law to mandate employers to grant at least five days of leave annually for employees dealing with menopause symptoms. The bill prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who request or use this leave. Additionally, it tasks the commissioner of labor, in consultation with the commissioner of health, to create workplace guidance and a public awareness campaign about menopause and its workplace impact. This leave does not affect other employee benefits or leave provisions under existing laws.