On October 21, Governor Cuomo signed into New York State law five bills aimed at eliminating discrimination against women in the workplace. These laws, which take effect on January 19, 2016, add new protected classifications and remedies for workplace discrimination. Among other things, they strengthen the State’s existing pay equality law, require the provision of reasonable accommodations to pregnant employees, and protect workers against discrimination on the basis of family status.
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