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NY A10223

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Phillip Steck

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates a voluntary "Recovery Ready Workplace" certification program administered by the Office of Addiction Services and Supports in consultation with the Department of Labor

  • Requires certified employers to maintain naloxone on-site with trained personnel, provide SUD training for supervisors and employees, and connect with a recovery community organization within six months of certification

  • Mandates certified workplaces offer health benefits with comprehensive substance use disorder coverage, including medications for opioid use disorder, aftercare, and counseling that meet mental health parity requirements

  • Requires employers to develop certification plans in cooperation with collective bargaining representatives or with meaningful employee participation, and to update drug and alcohol policies within one year of certification

  • Takes effect 180 days after becoming law

Legislative Description

Establishes the "recovery ready workplace act" which provides for the certification of an employer to become a recovery ready workplace.

Last Action

referred to alcoholism and drug abuse

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Alcoholism and Drug Abuse2/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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