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NY S05951
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/23/2023
Primary Sponsor
George Borrello
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AI Summary
- Creates a new reimbursement program for fire districts, departments, and companies required to provide enhanced cancer disability benefits to volunteer firefighters under existing law
- Eligible entities must apply annually to the Office of Fire Prevention and Control with proof of required insurance policies to receive reimbursement
- Reimbursement amount is limited to the actual amount spent in the prior fiscal year to obtain the required insurance coverage
- Office of Fire Prevention and Control, in conjunction with the Department of Financial Services, must establish a uniform application process and promulgate rules and regulations
- Effective date is January 1 of the year following enactment, with authority granted for rules and regulations to be implemented immediately
Legislative Description
Provides that each fire district, department or company required to provide enhanced cancer disability benefits for volunteer fire fighters pursuant to section two hundred five-cc of the general municipal law shall be entitled to reimbursement by the state for payments made in order to obtain the insurance coverage necessary to satisfy the requirements of section two hundred five-cc of the general municipal law.
Last Action
REFERRED TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT
1/3/2024
Committee Referrals
Local Government3/23/2023
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