Bill > A04943

This bill establishes a "presumption" for certain public safety officers, specifically correction officers, correction supervisors, deputy sheriff patrol officers, and deputy sheriff patrol supervisors, who are members of the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System (NYSLERS). This presumption means that if these individuals develop heart disease that leads to disability or death while employed, it will be considered evidence that the condition was incurred in the line of duty, unless proven otherwise. This applies as long as they passed a physical examination before starting their job that did not show any heart problems. The bill also clarifies that certain provisions of the retirement law, specifically section 25, will not apply to these cases, and it takes effect immediately, with an estimated past service cost of $12.6 million to be shared by employers.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4943