Minimum wage hike, equal rights amendment among new state laws taking effect in 2025
The minimum wage in Westchester, New York City, and Long Island will increase by 50 cents to $16.50 per hour. In the rest of the state, the minimum wage will be $15.50 per hour.
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Dec 27, 2024, 12:13 PM
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Updated 16 hr ago
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15ds agoAs the New Year approaches, several new state laws are set to take effect in New York.
The minimum wage in Westchester, New York City, and Long Island will increase by 50 cents to $16.50 per hour. In the rest of the state, the minimum wage will be $15.50 per hour.
The Equal Rights Amendment will be added to the state constitution, protecting individuals from discrimination based on sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. This amendment was voted on by New Yorkers in this year's election.
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