Dear Community,
This week, I was proud to witness the implementation of New York State’s new hotline for reporting workplace sexual harassment. It is gratifying to finally see the rollout of this resource after the legislation I championed to establish this hotline was signed into law in March.
Sexual Harassment Hotline: (1-800-HARASS) (1-800-427-2773)
This toll-free, confidential hotline will serve as a meaningful tool for any employee who has faced sexual harrassment, connecting them with experienced pro-bono attorneys who can inform them of their legal rights and provide guidance on their specific case.
Sexual harassment is a historically pervasive issue that has run rampant in the workplace. Unfortunately, only 30% of victims of workplace sexual harassment report the harassment to an official channel– largely due to the lack of options available for them to receive the proper help they need.
My hope is that this new hotline will make a difference, and provide those who have experienced workplace sexual harrassment the opportuntity to speak their truth and seek proper guidance. I look forward to continuing the work to allow survivors to openly seek justice and to make New York a safer, harassment-free place to work.
I also want to mention that this week’s newsletter will be the last correspondence that you will receive from my office until after the August primaries on August 23rd. All elected officials running for office in the upcoming primary are required to participate in a media blackout until the elections to avoid any conflicts of interest. I look forward to speaking with you again following the election!
With Gratitude,
State Senator Alessandra Biaggi
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