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Int 0021-2026 · BillCommittee · Jan 28, 2026

A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to allowing sick time to be used for the care for certain animals

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Tiffany L. Cabán
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Tiffany L. CabánDemocratDistrict 22

Summary

This bill would amend the Earned Safe and Sick Time Act to include the care of a companion or service animal that needs medical diagnosis, care or treatment of a physical illness, injury or health condition as a covered use of sick time.

Official summary of legislation · NYC Council

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Jan 28, 2026

Int 0021-2026: A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to allowing sick time to be used for the care for certain animals · OpenCongress NYC