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Inquiries related to Local Law 88 of 2021 and domestic workers

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Council Member Williams inquires about the impact of Local Law 88 of 2021, which extended employment protections to domestic workers. Deputy Commissioner JoAnn Kamuf Ward discusses the commission's efforts and observations since the law's enactment.

  • CCHR has observed a shift in how employers of domestic workers perceive their responsibilities
  • The commission focuses on education, outreach, and partnerships in this area
  • CCHR participates in the Care Standards Board to create workplace standards for domestic workers
  • There hasn't been a significant uptick in cases from domestic workers since the law changed