Senator Krueger's "Nanny Guide"
Some of you have chosen to hire full time nannies or other domestic workers for your families. However, many people are unaware, that when you hire workers in your homes, you become employers, subject to the same rules and regulations of the Federal and New York State governments as any other employer and business. These regulations can be incredibly complex and are difficult to navigate even for a professional accountant. To help simplify this system, my staff and I have developed a "Guide to Employing a Nanny and Other Full-Time Domestic Workers".
Most people who hire domestic workers want to do right by their employees but simply do not have the expertise in labor and tax law to fully understand their obligations. Seeing this as a common issue for my constituents, I have compiled pertinent information related to hiring domestic workers in an easy-to-understand guide. I have included information on protecting your employees and yourself as well as the recently enacted Domestic Workers' Bill of Rights.
You may find this guide online at: http://www.lizkrueger.com/wp-content/uploads/Sen-Kruegers-Nanny-Guide.pdf . If you cannot access online, contact my office to receive a hard copy at (212)490-9535.