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June 5, 2023

New York Expands Employees’ Lactation Accommodations

Employment Law Alert
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On June 7, 2023, amendments to New York State’s Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Act will go into effect, expanding the accommodations New York State employers must afford their nursing employees. Many employers will already be familiar with the majority of the new requirements, as they largely track New York City’s existing lactation accommodation requirements. However, the New York State law differs in several areas, and employers should ensure their policies and procedures are updated accordingly.

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