Lactation Break Policy (NY) | Practical Law

Lactation Break Policy (NY) | Practical Law

A New York-specific employee policy on lactation or breastfeeding breaks for nursing employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) as amended by the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers Act and New York law. It provides breaks for employees to express breast milk for their nursing children. This Standard Document applies only to private workplaces. Key local rules, such as lactation break room requirements in New York City, are also discussed. Local laws may impose additional or different requirements, but this document will be useful and relevant to employers throughout the state. This Standard Document has integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.

Lactation Break Policy (NY)

Practical Law Standard Document 6-618-4702 (Approx. 21 pages)

Lactation Break Policy (NY)

by Practical Law Labor & Employment
Law stated as of 04 May 2023New York
A New York-specific employee policy on lactation or breastfeeding breaks for nursing employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) as amended by the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers Act and New York law. It provides breaks for employees to express breast milk for their nursing children. This Standard Document applies only to private workplaces. Key local rules, such as lactation break room requirements in New York City, are also discussed. Local laws may impose additional or different requirements, but this document will be useful and relevant to employers throughout the state. This Standard Document has integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.