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Extends provisions of "heart bill" to deputy sheriff members of the NYCERS
In Assembly Committee · Governmental Employees · Sponsor Peter Abbate
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BILL NUMBER:S7700
Title of bill
An act to amend the general municipal law, in relation to certain heart disabilities incurred by deputy sheriff members of the New York city employees' retirement system in certain cases
Purpose
This bill establishes a presumption with respect to heart disease that results in disability for New York City Deputy Sheriffs.
Summary of provisions
This bill amends the general municipal law, by adding a new section 207-r.
Justification
Due to the nature and stress of their law enforcement duties the instance of death or disability due to heart disease is an increasing and alarming concern among New York Deputy Sheriffs.
Legislative history
2011-2012: S.1261A - Referred to Civil Service and Pensions 2013: S.1927 - Referred to Local Government.
Effective date
Immediately.
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