Programs

New York State Paid Prenatal Leave

Overview

Governor Hochul is committed to making sure all pregnant New Yorkers can get the care they need. On January 1, 2025, New York became the first state in the nation to offer paid time off for prenatal care or any medical care related to pregnancy.

Under this new policy, any privately-employed pregnant New Yorker will be able to receive an additional 20 hours of paid sick leave for prenatal care in addition to their existing sick leave, ensuring they can receive the care they need without putting their employment at risk.

Frequently Asked Questions

More Information on Paid Prenatal Leave

Employees

Find out what you are entitled to as a pregnant employee under the New York State Paid Prenatal Leave Law.

Employers

Businesses and employers must grant employees time for prenatal care under the New York State Paid Prenatal Leave Law.

Submit a Complaint

Anyone who wishes to file a complaint or report a violation of the New York State’s Paid Prenatal Leave Law should contact the New York State Department of Labor’s Division of Labor Standards by submitting a complaint online.

Submit a complaint

Watch: A message for New Yorkers about paid prenatal leave

This video is also available in Spanish.

https://www.youtube.com/embed/3pJqrK8Om6c

Additional Programs & Resources for New York Workers

New York State Paid Family Leave
In 2016, New York enacted the nation’s strongest and most comprehensive Paid Family Leave policy so working families would not have to choose between caring for their loved ones and risking their economic security.
About Paid Family Leave
Paid Sick Leave
New York’s paid sick leave law requires employers with five or more employees or net income of more than $1 million to provide paid sick leave to employees and for employers with fewer than five employees and a net income of $1 million or less to provide unpaid sick leave to employees.
Paid Sick Leave Details
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