Governor Cuomo Signs Assemblyman Weprin 9/11 Worker's Disability Benefits Bill

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed Senator James Gaughran and Assemblymember David I. Weprin’s bill S5898D/ A8278C guaranteeing civilian public employees who aided in 9/11 recovery efforts the same 75% disability benefit coverage as uniformed responders.

The bill eliminates a previously unjust disparity in coverage and will impact hundreds to thousands of employees suffering from debilitating illnesses. The signing took place at the Governor’s 7th annual 9/11 motorcycle ride and ceremony in the Jacob K. Javitz Center.

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