Disability Benefits Law (DBL) coverage
State program
New York disability benefits · Jan 1, 2026
Public data · clear sources
Short-term disability in New York
New York has Disability Benefits Law (DBL) coverage, which pays up to $170 per week to eligible workers who cannot work because of their own serious health condition.
Benefit amounts depend on eligibility, income, and living arrangements. Use the source links to check the applicable period.
$170
Maximum weekly benefit
New York disability benefits · Jan 1, 2026
Up to 26 weeks in any 52 consecutive weeks
Maximum duration
New York disability benefits · Jan 1, 2026
7-day unpaid waiting period
Waiting period
New York disability benefits · Jan 1, 2026
Quick reference
| Label | Value | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| State short-term disability or paid medical leave program | Yes | Nov 12, 2026 | DOL paid leave |
| Program name | Disability Benefits Law (DBL) coverage | Jan 1, 2026 | New York disability benefits |
| Maximum weekly benefit | $170 | Jan 1, 2026 | New York disability benefits |
| Maximum duration | Up to 26 weeks in any 52 consecutive weeks | Jan 1, 2026 | New York disability benefits |
| Waiting period | 7-day unpaid waiting period | Jan 1, 2026 | New York disability benefits |
| Payroll contribution | Not verified | Jan 1, 2026 | New York disability benefits |
| Program website | https://www.wcb.ny.gov/content/main/DisabilityBenefits/employee-eligibility-benefits.jsp | Nov 12, 2026 | New York disability benefits |
Sourced facts
State short-term disability / paid medical leave
- State short-term disability or paid medical leave program: Yes [1] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
- Program name: Disability Benefits Law (DBL) coverage [2] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
- Maximum weekly benefit: $170 [3] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
- Maximum duration: Up to 26 weeks in any 52 consecutive weeks [4] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
- Waiting period: 7-day unpaid waiting period [5] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
- Payroll contribution: Not verified [6] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
- Program website: https://www.wcb.ny.gov/content/main/DisabilityBenefits/employee-eligibility-benefits.jsp [7] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
Conflicts and unverified data
Payroll contribution: not verified. Not yet verified against the program agency.
Frequently asked questions
Does New York have state short-term disability?
Yes. New York has Disability Benefits Law (DBL) coverage, which pays up to $170 per week to eligible workers who cannot work because of their own serious health condition. Duration: Up to 26 weeks in any 52 consecutive weeks.
How to apply
Review eligibility and apply directly through the responsible agency.