Bill > A06582

This bill modifies the existing retirement and social security law to allow New York City correction officers to file for disability retirement without having to meet the current requirement of ten years of service. Currently, correction officers must have at least ten years of total service credit to be eligible for an ordinary disability retirement (ODR) allowance. Under the proposed legislation, correction officers in the New York City Department of Correction can now apply for disability benefits regardless of their length of service. The fiscal note indicates this change will have a modest financial impact, with projected increases in employer contributions ranging from $0.4 million to $3.1 million over 25 years. The benefit would be subject to approval by the New York City Employees' Retirement System (NYCERS) Medical Board, and the disability allowance would be calculated based on the member's final average salary. This change aims to provide more flexibility and support for correction officers who may become disabled earlier in their careers.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6582