What Does Your Company Need to Know?
A new bill was passed in New York State on April 12, 2018 that will have major implications for New York employers. There are a number of requirements within this bill, one of which requires New York to adopt a sexual harassment policy and training program that meets new standards. This change in policy requires proactive adjustments to current HR policies.
Here are the deadlines you need to know:
September 6, 2018
October 9, 2018
- New York State Employers: Deadline to adopt a policy that includes a complaint form and a plan for the training.
January 1, 2019
- New York State Employers: Complete training and ensure annual training is done before December 31, 2019
April 1, 2019
- New York City Employers: Employers must have one year to implement the training for all employees and must ensure all employees are trained annually thereafter.
- New Hires – training must be complete within
- 30 days – all private employers in New York State
- 90 days – all private employers with 15 or more employees in New York City
For further information on the requirements of this new bill, how it will affect your business and assistance adjusting your HR policies,
contact your DDK Advisor. 
