State Senator Christopher J. Ryan (SD-50)  today highlighted a series of major labor victories included in the New York State Senate’s one-house budget proposal, advancing critical protections, fair wages, and long-overdue reforms for workers across Central New York and the state.

 

“These investments and policy changes reflect a clear commitment to the dignity of work and the people who keep our communities running every day. From supporting human service workers and strengthening workplace protections, to cracking down on wage theft and improving access to benefits, this budget takes meaningful steps toward a fairer economy for all New Yorkers. We are delivering long-overdue raises to human service workers, putting safeguards in place to prevent workplace bullying, and ensuring injured workers aren’t left waiting months for the support they need. At the same time, we’re addressing wage theft, providing tax relief for tipped workers, and taking important steps to strengthen retirement security and disability benefits. This is about making sure government works for working people. We still have work to do in negotiations with our partners in the Assembly and the Executive, but this proposal sets a strong foundation for delivering real results,” said Senator Ryan.