August marks National Breastfeeding Month and the anniversary of the 19th Amendment while highlighting crucial advancements in women's labor rights. In 2025, New York mandates paid prenatal care leave, requiring employers to provide 20 hours of leave for pregnant employees annually. Additional protections include paid family leave for bonding with new children and provisions for lactation breaks. The Pregnant Worker Fairness Act further supports these initiatives. The landscape of employee rights continues to evolve, emphasizing the need for awareness among workers and employers regarding these vital protections.
In 2025, women in New York are guaranteed paid prenatal care leave, ensuring that all pregnant employees receive 20 hours of paid leave every 52 weeks.
Paid Family Leave (PFL) in New York allows up to 12 weeks of paid leave to bond with a newly born or adopted child, supported by a wage deduction.
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