Bill > S04389

This bill modifies the executive law to refine color vision requirements for police officer appointments, ensuring that only individuals with extreme color vision deficiencies are excluded from eligibility. Specifically, the bill defines "extreme color vision deficiencies" as extreme anomalous trichromatic or monochromatic color vision, which can be determined through approved tests like the Farnsworth Dichotomous D-15 Test. If an applicant initially fails to meet the color vision standard, they will have an opportunity to demonstrate their color discrimination abilities through a field test conducted by the county, city, town, village, or police district, as approved by the council. This approach provides a more nuanced and fair assessment of an individual's color vision capabilities, preventing qualified candidates from being automatically disqualified due to minor color vision variations. The bill aims to create a more inclusive hiring process for police officers while still maintaining essential visual standards for law enforcement work.

Housing and Urban Affairs, Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4389