Senate approves bill requiring state agencies to add bullying, abusive conduct to workplace violence prevention programs

The New York State Senate on March 17, 2025, approved legislation that adds "abusive conduct" and "bullying" to the states written workplace violence prevention requirements for state agencies and other state employers and requires training for employees and supervisors.

The bills sponsor, Senator Jessica Ramos, said the measure is intended to ensure supervisors and state employers have training and prevention programs so "no worker is being bullied on the job." Ramos also noted a prior veto message by Governor Kathy Hochul and said sponsors hope clarifications and legislative intent will help future executive-branch review.

Supporters described the bill as a training and prevention measure for state employees. Ramos told colleagues the change requires agencies to include abusive conduct and bullying in…