Bill > S06057

This bill amends the New York civil service law to ensure that emergency dispatchers and correction officers receive the same post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) benefits and services as police officers and firefighters. Specifically, the legislation requires municipalities to provide identical diagnosis and treatment options for PTSD to these public safety workers through the same policies and procedures. The bill mandates that any collective bargaining agreements or employment contracts must include these equivalent PTSD-related benefits. Importantly, the legislation does not prevent employee organizations from negotiating even more comprehensive PTSD treatment and support services. Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, which can be particularly prevalent among first responders and those working in high-stress public safety roles. The bill aims to recognize the mental health challenges faced by emergency dispatchers and correction officers by ensuring they have access to the same supportive services already available to police officers and firefighters. The legislation will take effect immediately upon enactment.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6057