Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Commissioner Vilda Vera Mayuga today announced the release of its annual “The State of Workers’ Rights in New York City” report.

The report outlines DCWP’s work during 2021 to protect New Yorkers who performed essential services throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, raise labor standards through new policies, enforce worker protection laws, and educate businesses and workers alike.

“As New York City continues to prioritize an equitable recovery, it’s important to reflect on the accomplishments and challenges of the past year,” said DCWP Commissioner Vilda Vera Mayuga. “Throughout 2021, DCWP went above and beyond to protect workers during the COVID-19 pandemic and raise labor standards for workers across different industries, including food delivery, domestic and fast food workers. I look forward to continuing our ongoing commitment to creating a strong and vibrant city for workers, consumers and businesses.”

Key takeaways from the report include:

• DCWP’s ongoing response to COVID-19. In year two of the pandemic, DCWP continued to enforce one of the most important public health policies to fight the spread of COVID-19: paid sick leave, as well as reopening policies.
  • DCWP helped workers with return-to-work questions and complaints via the Worker Protection Hotline, connected workers with information and referrals on critical state-level laws such as emergency sick leave, wage and hour rights, and unemployment insurance...

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