Employment & Worker Protection · New York
New York Pay Transparency Law
S 9427-A - enacted in New York.
- Enacted
- Status
- 2022
- Enacted
- 51
- States with employment & worker protection laws
- 62/100
- New York strictness
The bottom line
New York Pay Transparency Law is an enacted law in New York, part of a mature, broadly-adopted employment & worker protection landscape.
- Enacted
- effective 2023-09-17
- 51
- states have employment & worker protection laws
- 107/107
- employment & worker protection laws enacted nationally
- 62/100
- New York strictness score
Data compiled 2026-03-18 from the official New York legislative record linked below; laws can be amended or repealed after this date.
Regulatory Snapshot: New York Pay Transparency Law
New York Pay Transparency Law (S 9427-A) is an enacted law in New York under the Employment & Worker Protection category. It was enacted on 2022-12-21 and becomes effective on 2023-09-17. New York currently reports 8 tracked regulations with 7 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 62/100 relative to the national baseline. PlainRegWatch compiled this entry's data on 2026-03-18; consult the linked official source for the current, authoritative text.
Nationally, 107 employment & worker protection statutes have been enacted and 0 additional bills remain pending - 51 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places New York within a mature and broadly adopted employment & worker protection landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in S 9427-A itself.
Applicability under New York Pay Transparency Law: 4+ employees posting in NY. Penalty exposure is documented as: $1,000 first, $2,000 second, $3,000 subsequent. Notable exemptions: Temp agencies for temp positions..
Summary
Pay ranges for employers with 4+ employees.
Key Requirements
Min/max compensation in postings. In-person and remote positions.
Penalties
$1,000 first, $2,000 second, $3,000 subsequent.
Applicability
4+ employees posting in NY.
Exemptions
Temp agencies for temp positions.
Official Source
https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/S9427How New York compares on employment & worker protection
51 states regulate employment & worker protection - New York ranks #7 by overall regulatory strictness. Bar = state strictness score (0–100).
| # | State | Strictness |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 100 |
| 2 | Colorado | 76 |
| 3 | Texas | 69 |
| 4 | Connecticut | 62 |
| 5 | Illinois | 62 |
| 6 | Minnesota | 62 |
| 7 | New York (this state) | 62 |
| 8 | Oregon | 62 |
| 9 | Washington | 62 |
| 10 | Delaware | 59 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which states have employment & worker protection regulations?
As of the last verification, 51 states have enacted employment & worker protection regulations, with 0 additional bills pending across other states. New York is among the states that has enacted such legislation. Browse all employment & worker protection regulations at plainregwatch.com for the complete state-by-state comparison.
When was New York Pay Transparency Law enacted?
New York Pay Transparency Law was enacted on 2022-12-21 and became effective on 2023-09-17. It was introduced as S 9427-A.
What are the penalties for violating New York Pay Transparency Law?
$1,000 first, $2,000 second, $3,000 subsequent. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does New York Pay Transparency Law apply to small businesses?
4+ employees posting in NY. Many state regulations include thresholds or exemptions for smaller organizations. Review the full applicability criteria and consult legal counsel to determine your obligations.
How does New York compare to other states on employment & worker protection?
New York has a regulatory strictness score of 62/100, based on 7 enacted regulations out of 8 tracked. Nationally, 51 states have enacted employment & worker protection laws. Visit our state comparison page for a full ranking.
Where can I read the full text of New York Pay Transparency Law?
The official text of New York Pay Transparency Law (S 9427-A) is available from the New York legislature. PlainRegWatch links to the official source for every tracked regulation. We recommend reviewing the full statute alongside qualified legal counsel for compliance planning.
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The bottom line
This law is already in force - here's what matters for employment & worker protection compliance.
- New York Pay Transparency Law is enacted in New York, effective 2023-09-17. Official source
- 51 states now regulate employment & worker protection; New York ranks #7 by strictness - compare requirements before you operate across state lines. Compare states
- See every regulation New York tracks across all five policy areas. New York profile
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