Bill > S04864

This bill enhances emergency preparedness for vulnerable occupants in residential buildings over 125 feet tall by introducing several key provisions. The legislation requires buildings to designate safe spaces equipped with specialized medical supplies for elderly, chronically ill, disabled, or mentally ill residents during emergencies. It mandates comprehensive emergency evacuation plans that include specific procedures for helping vulnerable occupants, with detailed requirements for posting evacuation routes, training employees and residents on evacuation protocols, and creating a voluntary registry to track individuals who might need additional assistance during emergencies. The bill also establishes a Naturally Occurring Retirement Community Database (NORCD) that allows municipalities to compile and share confidential information about residents who may require special support during disasters, with provisions for updating the registry every six months and making it accessible to appropriate emergency response personnel. Additionally, the bill expands emergency power requirements to ensure at least one elevator per building bank remains operational during emergencies and that safe spaces have necessary electrical support. The overall goal is to improve safety and support for vulnerable populations during potential emergency situations, with a focus on proactive planning and resource allocation.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4864