New York State typically enacts very broad laws and then allows the appropriate state agency to adopt regulations, or rules that will carry out the essence of the law. While the legislative process provides some semblance of transparency and accountability, the process of adopting regulations affords very little such safeguards. As a result, an agency with very little industry expertise, which may not be aware of industry nuances and industry leader agendas, can adopt sweeping rules that can be game changers for companies, employees, and citizens. Although three hearings were held (one during a blizzard), New York State Department of Labor is not required to hold public hearings before enacting regulations.