Bill > A08822

This bill amends the New York military law to increase paid leave for public employees who are absent due to military duty. Currently, public employees are entitled to paid leave for military service up to thirty days or twenty-two working days per calendar year. The proposed change would expand this benefit, allowing public employees to receive full salary or compensation for up to sixty days or fifty-two working days in a single calendar year, whichever is greater. The bill also updates the language from "his or her" to "their" to use gender-neutral terminology. This modification aims to provide more comprehensive support for public employees who are called to military service, recognizing the potential extended periods of service and the financial challenges that can arise from military deployment. The bill would take effect immediately upon enactment, ensuring that public employees can benefit from the expanded leave provisions right away.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8822