Does the Bureau distinguish between documented and undocumented immigrant workers?
No. The Bureau was created to educate, serve and protect all workers regardless of immigration status. All workers in New York State are protected under the state’s labor laws, including laws, including minimum wage, overtime, child labor, and safety and health. However, undocumented workers may not qualify for certain benefits, such as unemployment insurance and some job training programs. We work to level the playing field for law-abiding employers. We promote workplaces that are free from discrimination, abuse and hazards. If a worker is being mistreated or denied pay, call us.
