According to a statement released by NY Governor Kathy Hochul on April 22, 2024, New York is probably going to be the first state in the union to offer paid leave for expectant mothers.
Included in the $237 billion state budget that New York lawmakers approved on the 19th of April, this bill now goes to Hochul for her expected signature.
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Hochul noted, “From supporting pregnant moms to reducing insulin costs, we are taking action to ensure New Yorkers can access the care they need.”
According to Hochul, in addition to the current sick leave, pregnant workers are now eligible for an extra 20 hours of paid sick time for prenatal care.
Governor Hochul extends postpartum coverage for Medicaid and Child Health Plus subscribers for up to a full year following the conclusion of pregnancy by offering 12 weeks of fully compensated parental leave benefits. The provision would take effect on January 1, 2025.
New regulations protecting diabetics, expectant mothers, and low-income patients seeking medical attention are also included in the FY25 budget.
