Bill > A08031

This bill requires the commissioner of labor, in consultation with the commissioners of health and environmental conservation, to develop comprehensive instructional materials about ticks for industries with high occupational tick exposure risks, such as agriculture, landscaping, forestry, first responders, road crews, and utility crews. The instructional tools must provide detailed information on tick identification, protection methods, and safe tick removal procedures, and may include various educational resources like videos, pamphlets, and demonstration programs. These materials will specifically help workers understand tick characteristics, including their appearance before and after feeding, and how tick bites might look on different skin tones. The bill mandates that these educational resources be made available to high-risk employers and employees free of charge, with an annual review and update requirement to ensure the information remains current and relevant. The goal is to support an existing education and awareness program about Lyme disease and tick-borne infections, ultimately helping workers protect themselves from potential tick-related health risks.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8031