Bill > S08443

This bill provides enhanced health insurance coverage protections for the surviving dependents of police officers who die by suicide. Specifically, when an active or retired police officer enrolled in a health insurance plan dies by suicide, their surviving spouse, domestic partner, and other dependents will be entitled to continue their existing health insurance coverage for 90 days following the officer's death. The bill amends both the administrative code of New York City and the civil service law to ensure that these surviving family members can maintain their health insurance coverage during what is likely to be a difficult transition period. This legislation aims to provide additional support to the families of police officers who have lost their lives to suicide, recognizing the unique challenges and emotional toll such a loss can impose on law enforcement families. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and ensures that any existing regulations that might conflict with these new provisions will be superseded by the new health insurance continuation requirements.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8443