The Latest: Sexual harassment measure included in budget
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — The Latest on the New York state budget (all times local):
4:48 p.m.
New sexual harassment protections for all employees of state and local governments in New York are being approved for the new state budget.
The Republican-led Senate passed legislation Friday that cracks down on sexual harassment in the workplace, a national issue in the wake of allegations made against several prominent men in the entertainment and media industries.
The measure's provisions include prohibiting secret harassment settlements involving state officials and ensuring taxpayers don't have to pay when a public official settles a harassment complaint.