Bill > S08024

This bill provides special disability retirement benefits for Richard Stueber, a deputy sheriff from Suffolk County who participated in the World Trade Center rescue, recovery, and cleanup operations and subsequently passed away from mental illness related to those operations. Specifically, the bill allows Stueber's surviving spouse, Stacie Stueber, to receive a 75% accidental disability retirement benefit retroactive to his retirement date on March 1, 2019, based on a determination by the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System that he was permanently incapacitated due to his World Trade Center operations participation. All costs associated with implementing this act will be borne by Suffolk County, and the estimated one-time payment is approximately $1.04 million if enacted during the 2025 Legislative Session. The bill is designed to provide specialized support for a first responder who suffered long-term health consequences from his heroic service during the 9/11 aftermath, ensuring his spouse receives appropriate financial compensation.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8024