"New York Ushers in 2024 with Wage Hikes, Legal Reforms, and Fresh Statutes"
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has enacted a series of laws that will take effect in 2024, including a minimum wage increase to $16 per hour, enhanced protections for freelance workers, expanded victim compensation fund eligibility, the introduction of 'Matthew's Law' for public drug testing resources, and the protection of job seekers' online privacy from potential employers.