New York § 696-C - 696-CCommissioner's powers of investigation

Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 696-C — 696-CCommissioner's powers of investigation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 696-C. 696-CCommissioner's powers of investigation

§ 696-c. Commissioner's powers of investigation. The commissioner or such commissioner's authorized representative shall have the power to: 1. investigate the compensation of covered airport workers in the state; 2. enter the place of business or employment of any employer for the purpose of (a) examining and inspecting any and all books, registers, payrolls, and other records that in any way relate to or have a bearing upon the compensation provided to, or the hours worked by any employees, and (b) ascertaining whether the provisions of this article and the rules and regulations promulgated hereunder are being complied with; and 3. require from any employer full and correct statements and reports in writing, at such times as the commissioner may deem necessary, of the compensation provided to and the hours by such employer's employees.

Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does New York Consolidated Laws § 696-C cover?

Section 696-C ("696-CCommissioner's powers of investigation") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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