New York Paid Family Leave Basics
In 2026 the benefit is 67 percent of pay, up to $1,228.53 a week.
The rule
New York Paid Family Leave provides up to 12 weeks of job-protected, paid time off to bond with a new child, to care for a family member with a serious health condition, or for the other reasons on the state page. It can be taken at once or in full days. For 2026 the benefit is 67 percent of the employee's average weekly wage, capped at 67 percent of the state average weekly wage. The state average weekly wage for 2026 is $1,833.63, so the maximum weekly benefit is $1,228.53. The program may be funded by employee payroll deductions. For 2026 the employee contributes 0.432 percent of gross wages, up to $411.91 for the year.
What employers must do
Withhold the 2026 contribution only until the annual cap is reached. Do not take an employer premium on top of that unless an insurer arrangement says otherwise. The Department of Financial Services set the 2027 premium at 0.452 percent of wages, up to an annual employee contribution of $451.81. This review did not see a 2027 maximum weekly benefit stated as a dollar amount, so that dollar cap is not given here.
Effective dates
The 2026 benefit and contribution apply to leave begun on or after January 1, 2026. The 0.452 percent rate and the $451.81 cap apply to coverage beginning January 1, 2027.
What this means for BOSS partners and associates
BOSS is often the employer of record for the associate. Wage, break, leave, posting, and tax rules usually follow the state where the associate works. Tell BOSS that state before the assignment starts. Associates should record every hour worked on the timesheet. Do not promise a pay practice, a leave bank, or a posting the statute does not require.
Questions? Contact BOSS Support at support@backofficenow.com.
Sources
This article is general information, not legal advice. Laws change; check with BOSS Support or your own counsel for your situation.