What does this new law mean? Many New Yorkers are happy. The 20-hour rule was one of many new laws that went into effect across New York State this year. The 20-hour rule in New York referrers to the Paid Prenatal Leave Law. The “first in the nation” law went into effect on Jan. 1, 2025. Gov Kathy Hochul highlighted the new law in a press release that highlighted new polices, including a minimum wage increase, inflation refund, and more…