New York A04001 amends the definition of a paid firefighter to include those employed by the division of military and naval affairs, ensuring they.

New York A04001 amends the general municipal law to clarify that firefighters employed by the division of military and naval affairs are eligible for the same benefits as other paid firefighters. This includes receiving full salary or wages while injured or sick, and being paid for medical treatment and hospital care. The bill also ensures that these firefighters can receive disability retirement allowances or pensions, and that medical providers cannot collect reimbursement from them. The changes take effect immediately.

New York A04001 amends the definition of a paid firefighter to include those employed by the division of military and naval affairs, ensuring they.

New York A04001 amends the general municipal law to clarify that firefighters employed by the division of military and naval affairs are eligible for the same benefits as other paid firefighters. This includes receiving full salary or wages while injured or sick, and being paid for medical treatment and hospital care. The bill also ensures that these firefighters can receive disability retirement allowances or pensions, and that medical providers cannot collect reimbursement from them. The changes take effect immediately.