New York S07534 creates a presumption that amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in firefighters is work-related for disability benefits.

New York S07534 amends the general municipal law to provide a presumption that ALS in paid members of a fire department in a city with a population of one million or more was incurred in the performance of duty. This presumption applies to both active members and those retired for five years or less. The board of trustees of the New York City Fire Department Pension Fund must implement this change. The presumption is rebuttable, meaning it can be disproven with competent evidence. This bill aims to streamline the process for firefighters and retirees to receive benefits related to ALS.

New York S07534 creates a presumption that amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in firefighters is work-related for disability benefits.

New York S07534 amends the general municipal law to provide a presumption that ALS in paid members of a fire department in a city with a population of one million or more was incurred in the performance of duty. This presumption applies to both active members and those retired for five years or less. The board of trustees of the New York City Fire Department Pension Fund must implement this change. The presumption is rebuttable, meaning it can be disproven with competent evidence. This bill aims to streamline the process for firefighters and retirees to receive benefits related to ALS.