Bill > A08276

This bill amends a previous law concerning volunteer firefighters' benefits, specifically extending the sunset (expiration) date of a provision related to presumptions about lung disabilities. The original law created a legal presumption that certain lung disabilities suffered by volunteer firefighters are work-related, which simplifies the process for these firefighters to receive benefits by shifting the burden of proof. The current bill changes the expiration date of this provision from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2030, effectively giving volunteer firefighters an additional five years to claim these benefits under the presumptive disability framework. By extending the sunset date, the legislature is maintaining the supportive legal framework that helps volunteer firefighters more easily access benefits for lung-related health conditions that may be connected to their firefighting service.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8276