This article is from The National Law Review: https://ow.ly/12gf50UBuKP As of January 1, 2025, New York State has ushered in a first-of-its-kind paid prenatal leave law, adding a new layer of protection and support for pregnant employees in the workplace. Signed into law by Governor Kathy Hochul in May 2024, this new legislation marks a major step toward improving maternal and fetal health and underscores New York’s ongoing leadership in employee rights and workplace equity.