Bill > A07333

This bill provides a heart disease presumption for fire alarm dispatchers working in New York City. Specifically, it creates a legal presumption that any heart-related health impairment or disability for fire alarm dispatchers, supervising fire alarm dispatchers level one, or level two in a city with one million or more residents (which means New York City) is presumed to be work-related, if the employee passed a physical examination upon entry into service that did not reveal any prior heart condition. This means that if these specific fire department employees develop heart disease, they would be eligible for disability benefits without having to prove that the condition was caused by their job. Additionally, the bill stipulates that such employees would receive a pension equal to three-fourths of their final average salary if they retire due to this heart-related disability. The bill also specifies that all past service costs associated with implementing this provision will be borne by the City of New York, and it takes effect immediately upon passage. The legislation is designed to provide enhanced protection and financial security for fire alarm dispatchers who develop heart-related health issues during their employment.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7333