In early August, the New York State Department of Health (DOH) announced and opened the New York Health Care Worker Bonus (HWB) Program, which provides $1.2 billion dollars in health care worker bonuses to eligible employees. On August 29, the DOH issued updated guidance and addressed a number of questions raised under the Program. Notably, the DOH is affording employers a grace period for submitting claims for the first vesting period. The first vesting period was previously slated to close this Friday, September 2, but has now been extended to October 31. Employers impacted by this Program should review the updated FAQs and consult with employment counsel to ensure compliance with the requirements of the complex processes involved.

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