NY S01195

Requires death benefits under the volunteer firefighters' benefit law to be paid within 90 days of application filing with the workers' compensation board, unless a notice of controversy is filed by the employer or insurance carrier.

Requires death benefits under the volunteer ambulance workers' benefit law to be paid within 90 days of application filing with the workers' compensation board, with the same exception for notices of controversy.

Mandates the workers' compensation board provide written notice to claimants within 90 days if discrepancies prevent claim processing, explaining the discrepancy and timeline issues.

Directs the workers' compensation board to conduct outreach services providing coordinated information to eligible death benefit recipients regarding assistance with application procedures.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment.