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New York’s minimum wage threshold has increased in accordance with their respective implementation schedules. Similarly, the New York Paid Family Leave Act’s maximum leave entitlements and pay rate will increase on January 1, 2019.
Minimum Wage Rise
The applicable minimum wage varies based on the employee’s geographic location. The following table summarizes the new minimum wages, by location, effective December 31, 2018:
In New York City, employer size is based on the number of employees employed at all worksites during the current or prior calendar year.
New York Paid Family Leave
Employees will be eligible for up to 10 weeks of Paid Family Leave; an increase of 2 weeks from the previous year. In addition, the maximum rate of pay for leave has increased from $652.96 to $746.41. Finally, employers can require an increased employee payroll contribution of up to $2.07 per week. Paid Family Leave is employee-funded insurance that provides job-protected, paid time off to:
Eligibility
Paid Family Leave Request Process:
Citizenship or immigration status is not a factor in your eligibility.