Bill > S06832

This bill amends existing New York state laws to ensure that members of the organized militia (including the New York Army National Guard, Air National Guard, Naval Militia, and New York Guard) who participated in World Trade Center rescue, recovery, and cleanup operations can qualify as employees under the workers' compensation law. The bill allows these militia members to file workers' compensation claims related to their service during the 9/11 aftermath, even if they were previously prohibited from doing so. Specifically, the legislation provides alternative methods of proving their active service, such as using third-party verification and witness statements as outlined in the federal James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act. Members who were previously unable to file claims can now refile within two years of the law's effective date, with the workers' compensation board accepting proof of service as determined by the division of military and naval affairs. This bill aims to provide additional support and recognition for militia members who participated in the critical rescue and recovery efforts following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

Labor and Employment, Military Affairs and Security

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6832