"New York Welcomes 2024 with Minimum Wage Hikes and Fresh Legislation"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
New York has enacted a series of laws set to take effect in 2024, including a minimum wage increase to $16 in select areas, the establishment of a "bill of rights" for LGBTQ nursing home residents, the requirement for private schools to provide free menstrual products, and the mandate for schools to offer voter registration forms to eligible students. Additionally, inmates will be informed of their restored voting rights upon release. These laws aim to address various social issues and promote equality and civic engagement across the state.
