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2026 Paid Family Leave in New York

The New York Paid Family Leave (PFL) Program provides partial pay for employees who take time off due to covered family situations. In 2026, paid family leave benefits are improving for employees. However, employee contributions are also increasing again. Qualifying Circumstances PFL provides up to 12 weeks of job-protected time off to: Bond with a …

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New York Secure Choice: Key 2026 Deadlines for Employers

New York Secure Choice, the state-facilitated Roth IRA program, officially launched on October 8, 2025. Covered employers face 2026 registration deadlines and new, ongoing payroll and notice obligations. Below is what New York employers need to know now, with the latest official dates and practical guidance. The New York Secure Choice program only applies to …

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2026 New York Minimum Wage

2026 New York Minimum Wage Rates

Do you know the 2026 New York minimum wage? Actually, there are different minimum wages for different parts of the state and different industries. Employers must be ready by the end of the year to meet the new requirements that apply to their employees. The 2026 New York minimum wage rates are shaded in blue in the …

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