New York Laws that are Taking Effect in 2022

Cheers to the new year! And what does a new year mean? Some new laws. From sports betting to Styrofoam, there are several laws that could impact your everyday life. Here are some of the following:

• On December 31, the minimum wage increases to $13.20 from $12.50 as part of New York States’ plan to reach $15 an hour state-wide.
• After the new year, your take-out will start to look slightly different as restaurants will no longer be able to use Styrofoam containers under the Expanded Polystyrene Foam Container and Polystyrene Loose Fill Packaging Ban.
• BetMGM, Caesars Sportsbook, DraftKings Sportsbook, FanDuel Sportsbook, BetRivers, PointsBet, Resorts World, Bally Bet, and WynnBET mobile sporting app will be available just in time for the Super Bowl.
• In the new year, insurance companies will not be able to charge pet owners different home insurance rates based on their dog’s breed.

Source: 13 WHAM