Governor Hochul Announces New Technology and Regulations to Help Workers Facing Layoffs

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced plans to launch the new Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act Portal -- the latest milestone in the New York State Department of Labor's multi-year technology modernization plan. This upgraded online tool will give businesses the ability to file notice of layoffs in a faster, more streamlined manner and will provide workers more time to transition into new employment. The new system will also help NYSDOL assist laid off employees faster, connecting them to support services and resources including new employment and training opportunities. The Governor also announced changes to the State's WARN Act regulations to address the post-pandemic employment climate and help to ensure compliance of the New York State WARN Act.

"This new WARN Act portal and improvements to WARN Act regulations are critically necessary measures to reduce the administrative burden for businesses while providing New Yorkers in need with comprehensive support," Governor Hochul said. "By upgrading systems and regulations at the Department of Labor, my administration is embracing 21st century measures to simplify and streamline processes, enhance customer service, and better connect New York jobseekers with fulfilling work opportunities."

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