The bill amending New York’s “Trapped at Work Act” (Labor Law Article 37, §§ 1050–1055) has now been signed into law by Governor Kathy Hochul, following its passage by both chambers of the New York State Legislature....more
3/2/2026
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On December 19, 2025, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed S. 4070, the “Trapped at Work Act,” creating Article 37 of the New York Labor Law (Labor Law §§ 1050–1055)....more
1/22/2026
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