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NY S08843

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

7/27/2020

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Parker

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Origin

Senate

2019-2020 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Executive Law sections 22 and 23 to clarify that essential utility and other workers can be exempted from travel bans during declared emergencies
  • Exemptions apply to private and public personnel summoned by employers to assist in emergency services in declared disaster areas
  • Covers workers needed to restore and maintain energy and communications infrastructure during emergencies
  • Exemptions are determined by the state commission
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Exempts certain utility and other workers from state and local traveling bans during declared emergencies.

Last Action

REFERRED TO RULES

7/27/2020

Committee Referrals

Rules7/27/2020

Full Bill Text

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