Overview of New Laws
Protecting Independent Contractors in the Workplace
The Human Rights Law now protects contractors, subcontractors, vendors, consultants or others providing services in the workplace from sexual harassment in the workplace.
Model Sexual Harassment Policy and Training For All Employers
Beginning in October 2018 Employers must adopt a sexual harassment prevention policy and training or use a similar policy and training that meet or exceeds the law’s minimum standards.
For All State Contractors
Beginning in January 2019, all state contractors must submit an affirmation that they have a sexual harassment policy and that they have trained all of their employees. The new law ensures that nondisclosure agreements can only be used when the condition of confidentiality is the explicit preference of the victim.
Protection Against Sexual Harassment
For Employers
Learn more about the model sexual harassment policy and what you need to know as an employer.
For Workers
Know your rights and where you can get help.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for workers, employers and the new laws to combat sexual harassment in the workplace.
Public Comment
The state has received hundreds of very constructive and substantive comments from a wide range of individuals, advocates, industries, worker groups, businesses and business organizations. The comments are being reviewed and necessary revisions being considered, with finalized documents expected to be released in the near future.