N.Y. Labor Law Section 826
Definitions

For purposes of this article:

1.

The term “displaced homemaker” means an individual who:

(a)

has worked in the home, providing unpaid household services for family members;

(b)

is not gainfully employed;

(c)

has had, or would have difficulty in securing employment; and

(d)

has been dependent on the income of another family member but is no longer supported by such income, or has been dependent on federal assistance but is no longer eligible for such assistance, or is supported as the parent of minor children by government assistance or spousal support.

2.

The term “commissioner” means the industrial commissioner of the state of New York.

Source: Section 826 — Definitions, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/LAB/826 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Jan. 17, 2026).

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Jan. 17, 2026

Last modified:
Sep. 22, 2014

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