New York Expands Pay Protections for Construction Workers, Effective Dec. 8
New York's Construction Reporting Pay Act takes effect Dec. 8, 2026, requiring covered construction employers to pay at least four hours of reporting pay, or the regular shift if shorter, when workers report at the employer's request. Shifts canceled with less than 12 hours' notice trigger two hours of pay at the promised wage. On specified prevailing-wage projects, reporting and cancellation pay must follow the applicable prevailing wage, including supplements, unless the posted wage schedule offers greater benefits. Payroll teams are advised to update scheduling and pay procedures to track b
