Employee Attestation - New York State Health Care and Mental Hygiene Worker Bonus (Hwb) Program is a legal document that was released by the New York State Department of Health - a government authority operating within New York.
Q: What is the New York State Health Care and Mental Hygiene Worker Bonus (HWB) Program?
A: The New York State Health Care and Mental Hygiene Worker Bonus (HWB) Program is a program that provides eligible workers in the health care and mental hygiene sectors with a one-time bonus for their service during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Q: Who is eligible for the HWB Program?
A: Eligible workers include employees who work in certain health care or mental hygiene facilities or agencies in New York State.
Q: How much is the bonus?
A: The bonus amount varies based on the worker's total hours worked during a specified time period and the worker's base salary.
Q: When will the bonus be paid?
A: The bonus will be paid in the spring of 2021.
Q: How can eligible workers apply for the bonus?
A: Eligible workers do not need to apply for the bonus. Their employers will provide the necessary information to the state to determine eligibility and distribute the bonus.
Q: Are there any income taxes on the bonus?
A: Yes, the bonus is subject to federal and state income taxes.
Form Details:
Download a printable version of the form by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the New York State Department of Health.