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New York Requires Employers to Provide 20 Hours of Paid Medical Leave for Pregnancy Starting January 1, 2025
Jan 2, 2025, 12:00 AM
Effective January 1, 2025, New York has implemented a new law requiring employers to provide paid medical leave for pregnant employees. This policy, announced by Governor Kathy Hochul, positions New York as the first state in the United States to offer paid leave specifically for prenatal care. Under the new law, pregnant individuals are entitled to a minimum of 20 hours of paid leave to attend prenatal medical appointments. The initiative aims to support the health and well-being of expectant mothers in the state.
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