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What is NYC AC § 20-1603?

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This section mandates that, starting January 1, 2028, covered security guard employers must provide paid time off benefits that are at least equal to those required for private sector security guards on certain New York City public building service contracts. Applies to employers of covered security guards.

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§ 20-1603 Security guard minimum paid time off required.

AC § 20-1603

Beginning January 1, 2028, a covered security guard employer shall provide a covered security guard with paid time off benefits that meet or exceed the paid time off benefits required for private sector security guards engaged on New York city public building service contracts in excess of $1,500. (L.L. 2026/061, 1/29/2026, eff. 7/28/2026) Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 2026/061.

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