Bill > S02681

This bill requires the superintendent of the state police to develop and implement a critical incident leave policy for state police members involved in certain high-stakes incidents. Specifically, the policy mandates paid leave for officers who are directly involved in incidents resulting in serious injury or death, with the length of leave varying based on the officer's role: 20 calendar days for officers who were the direct cause of serious injury or death, and 15 calendar days for those involved but not directly responsible. A "critical incident" is defined as an action during official duties that results in serious physical injury or death where the use of force was justified. The policy allows the superintendent to delay leave only to ensure minimum staffing or protect community safety, and prohibits taking punitive administrative action against officers solely because they were granted this leave. If it is later determined that a critical incident did not actually occur, the superintendent may withhold future paid leave days, but not more than the original leave provided. The bill aims to provide support and protection for state police officers who experience traumatic events in the line of duty.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2681