What is the status of the paid sick leave in New York state during the coronavirus disease?
Some employers in New York State are now required to provide at least five days of job protected, paid sick leave to employees who need to take leave because they or their minor dependent child are under a mandatory or precautionary order of quarantine or isolation due to COVID-19. The amount of paid sick leave an employer is required to provide depends on the number of employees they have and the employer’s net annual income.If your employer does not provide the required paid sick leave, you may file a complaint with the NYS Department of Labor.
Is my job protected during the coronavirus disease quarantine leave?
Yes, you cannot be fired because you took leave. Your employer cannot fire you or take action against you because you took leave and you are entitled to be restored to the position you held prior to taking leave. Any COVID-19 quarantine leave should not be counted as an absence that may lead to or result in discipline, discharge, demotion, suspension, or any other adverse action. You may file a complaint with the Department of Labor at: www.labor.ny.gov/COVIDcomplaint
Are there any other program besides P-EBT food benefits that can help my family in New York during COVID-19?
To find a location where you can pick up free meals for your child/children:Visit the USDA Meals for Kids Site Finder at www.fns.usda.gov/meals4kidsText “Food” or “Comida” to 877-877Call the USDA National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-HUNGRY or 1-877-3-HAMBRE (Spanish)Call 211 for New York State ResidentsCall 311 if you live in New York City
How soon can one end their COVID-19 quarantine in New York State?
Under the new guidelines, individuals exposed to COVID-19 can end their quarantine after 10 days without a testing requirement as long as no symptoms have been reported during the quarantine period.
How long is the quarantine period for people exposed to COVID-19 in New York?
Is the earned safe and sick time act in NYC?
Under New York City’s Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (Paid Safe and Sick Leave Law), certain employers must give their employees safe and sick leave.
How much sick leave does an employer have to offer in New York?
Employers with 4 or fewer employees and net income of greater than $1 million in the previous tax year are required to provide up to 40 hours of paid sick leave per calendar year.
How long is safe and sick leave for domestic workers?
Domestic workers get up to 40 hours of paid safe and sick leave. All covered workers can use leave as they accrue it. Employers must reimburse employees who pay for required documentation after three consecutive workdays of leave.
How many days of unpaid leave can I take in NYC?
Employees may be eligible for 2 additional days as unpaid leave under NYC’s Temporary Schedule Change Law. See the Temporary Work Schedule Change page for more information.