PFL
NY Paid Family Leave
In short
Up to 12 weeks job-protected paid leave at 67% of average weekly wage; 2026 max $1,228.53/week. Most private-sector employees: 26 consecutive weeks (20+ hrs/wk) or 175 days (part-time).
- What you get
- Up to 12 weeks job-protected paid leave at 67% of average weekly wage; 2026 max $1,228.53/week. For bonding with new child, caring for seriously ill relative, military exigency.
- Who qualifies
- Most private-sector employees: 26 consecutive weeks (20+ hrs/wk) or 175 days (part-time).
- Income limit (2026)
- none
- Papers to gather
- Birth certificate/adoption docs, health care provider certification, employer section.
- Renewal
- Per leave event.
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