New York Rolls Out New Laws to Boost Family Life and Health Care in 2025

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As the new year begins, New York ushers in several new laws designed to improve the lives of families and workers statewide.

• Minimum Wage Increase: In Western New York, employees will see a 50-cent increase in their hourly wage, rising from $15 to $15.50.
• Paid Prenatal Leave: A groundbreaking law now mandates 20 hours of paid time off for pregnant employees to attend pregnancy-related medical appointments, such as sonograms. Employers cannot require proof of pregnancy.
• Lower Insulin Costs: The new legislation requires health insurers to cover diabetes treatment equipment and eliminate co-pays for insulin for insured individuals.
• School Heat Safety: School districts must now create plans to mitigate extreme heat in classrooms, including setting a maximum allowable temperature to protect students and staff.

These changes, which take effect at midnight, signal a major shift toward improving quality of life for New Yorkers in 2025.

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