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Source review: Oct 14, 2026

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Family supportProgramState program · NY

New York State Workers’ Compensation Board

Paid Family Leave — New York

Job-protected family leave with partial wage replacement for covered workers.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Select your leave reason and forms on the page; notify your employer and submit the packet to its insurer. For family care, the general submission deadline is 30 days after leave begins.

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    Select your leave reason and forms on the page; notify your employer and submit the packet to its insurer. For family care, the general submission deadline is 30 days after leave begins.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

New York; requirements and access depend on the program.

  • NY

What it offers

Up to 12 weeks for qualifying birth, adoption, foster placement, family care or military circumstances; 67% of average weekly wages up to the state cap.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Covered employment localized in New York and a qualifying family event. Generally requires 26 consecutive weeks at 20 or more weekly hours, or 175 days when working fewer hours; specific categories and exceptions apply.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

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FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

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Renewal information

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Contact information

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Sources & verification

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