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New York City Weighs a New Paid Sick Leave Policy for Employees To Care for Their Furry Friends

The councilman sponsoring the bill said it is intended to address the looming mental health crisis.

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A bill introduced in New York City would allow pet owners to use their own paid sick time to care for their pets’ medical needs. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images
NOVI ZHUKOVSKY
NOVI ZHUKOVSKY

New Yorkers may soon be able to use paid leave to take care of their sick pets, should a new bill that is making its way through the City Council pass. 

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NOVI ZHUKOVSKY
NOVI ZHUKOVSKY

Ms. Zhukovsky studied economics and government at Dartmouth College.

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