N.Y. Labor Law § 826: Definitions

§ 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.