Bill > A04915

This bill provides a performance of duty (POD) presumption for heart-related diseases for specific medical and emergency service personnel employed by the Nassau County Police Department. Specifically, the bill creates a legal presumption that certain heart-related health conditions resulting in disability or death are considered to have been incurred in the line of duty for employees serving in roles such as ambulance medical technicians, police medics, emergency ambulance service directors, and related positions. To qualify for this presumption, the employee must have passed a physical examination upon entry into service that did not disclose any pre-existing heart conditions. The presumption means that these heart-related disabilities will be considered work-related unless contrary evidence can be proven. Nassau County will bear all costs associated with implementing this legislation, which is estimated to increase annual contributions by approximately $30,000 and include a one-time past service cost of about $51,400. The bill is intended to provide additional protection and benefits for emergency medical and service personnel who develop heart-related health conditions during their employment.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4915