NY A10861

Defines "essential services" as services provided by essential persons, businesses, non-profits, or other entities to government or other persons during a state of emergency.

Requires state emergency plans to include measures providing benefits and protections to essential employees, including child care, medical supplies, and personal protective equipment.

Mandates emergency plans clarify which work falls within identified essential services and use such clarifications to help child care providers prioritize services for essential workers during emergencies.

Requires emergency plans to include suggested measures providing care for students aged twelve and under during a state of emergency.

Adds authority for state agencies to provide benefits and protections to essential employees as part of state assistance during a declared disaster emergency.