New YorkA 24322025-2026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

Relates to reducing work related musculoskeletal disorders

Sponsored By: Harry B. Bronson (Democratic)

Became Law

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Bill Overview

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7 provisions identified: 6 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

Clearer rules for work injuries

The law updates what counts as a work‑related muscle or joint injury. It lists covered body parts and common risk factors like fast pace, high force, awkward postures, repetition, vibration, and cold. It excludes sudden non‑exertion events like slips and falls. It also switches to using a “competent person” for evaluations, not just a specific job title.

Warehouses must run injury reduction program

Warehouse employers must run a written Injury Reduction Program. A competent person must evaluate jobs for pace, force, awkward postures, repetition, pressure, vibration, cold, and other risks. Employers must fix hazards using engineering and administrative controls, not just gear. They must update evaluations at least once a year, set written correction schedules, and keep records of fixes, timelines, and training.

Annual paid training on injury risks

Employers must train workers every year during normal work hours with no loss of pay. Training covers early signs of musculoskeletal disorders, risk factors on the job, how to reduce risks, and protections from retaliation. Training must be in languages workers understand.

On-site medical care at warehouses

Covered employers must provide on‑site medical offices or stations for timely care. A board‑certified occupational medicine consultant oversees the on‑site program and treatment protocols. Care for reported injuries cannot be delayed.

Protection from quota-based retaliation

Your employer cannot punish you for reporting injuries or following safety rules by using quotas or similar metrics. Worksite evaluations must consider how pace and personnel actions affect risk. This protects your job when you speak up about safety.

Workers get a say and outside review

Workers must be consulted on hazard evaluations and solutions. You can get a copy of the worksite evaluation within one business day of asking. Materials must be given in English and in workers’ primary languages. A safety committee can ask for an independent board‑certified ergonomist to review the employer’s evaluation.

When these warehouse rules start

This law is now in effect. Most updated warehouse injury‑reduction rules start June 1, 2025, and some parts phase in later. Key sections follow the timeline set by the 2024 warehouse law.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Harry B. Bronson
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

Stefani Zinerman
Democratic • House
William Colton
Democratic • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 54 • No: 8

House vote • 2/5/2025

FLOOR Vote