The city (and state) that never sleeps kept busy last year, enacting various laws that affect New York State and City employers in 2022. Below are some of the more recent enactments that employers should pay particular attention to now to ensure timely compliance with the laws’ mandates.

State Law Updates

Minimum Wage and Exempt Salary Threshold Increases

Effective December 31, 2021, the statewide general minimum wage increased to $13.20 per hour, and the minimum hourly wage in Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester counties rose to $15.00, matching the rate that has been applicable to all New York City employers since 2019. The corresponding minimum salary threshold for exempt employees also increased outside of New York City. In Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester counties, exempt employees must earn at least $1,125/week ($58,500/year), and in the remainder of the state, exempt employees must earn at least $990/week ($51,480/year). New York State requires employers to post minimum wage information and publishes industry-specific posters for use in compliance with this obligation.

COVID-19 Vaccination Leave Continues in 2022

Remaining in effect for the duration of 2022 is a measure enacted in March 2021 requiring New York employers to provide employees up to four hours of paid leave per COVID-19 vaccine injection, including booster shots.

State Sick Leave Rules Adopted

As clarified by recently adopted rules, New York Labor Law § 196-b allows employees to use sick leave for mental...

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