New York Workers' Compensation Alliance Pushes 9/11 Bill in Albany
The NY Workers' Comp Alliance is pushing hard at the end of this legislative session in Albany to pass a comprehensive "9/11 Workers' Compensation" bill that will protect rescue and recovery workers who become ill as a result of working at Ground Zero. We are pleased to report that the New York State Senate unanimously approved a compromise 9/11 workers' comp bill this afternoon. The bill will now go to the Assembly Rules Committee for action, and will hopefully then be sent to Governor Pataki for his presumed signature.
If this bill becomes law, it will be the result of the hard work and dedication of many tireless advocates for injured workers throughout New York State. It will provide protection to workers and their families for the many lung diseases, cancers and yet unknown illness' resulting from working around the toxins at Ground Zero. These heroes were there for all New Yorkers during the 9/11 catastrophe - now its time to to take care of their needs while they face their own health crisis.