Requires that all procedures and other matters related to the receipt or discontinuation of benefits available under section two hundred seven-c of the general municipal law shall be subject, upon request of the affected employee, to a de novo evidentiary hearing.
Impact
The passage of A03838 would significantly alter the process by which municipal employees can contest benefits-related decisions. Currently, employees may have limited recourse when it comes to disputing a municipality's determinations under Section 207-c. The introduction of a mandated evidentiary hearing would ensure that employees have a fair opportunity to challenge these decisions, potentially leading to a higher rate of successful appeals. This change aims to enhance job protections and due process for municipal employees, reflecting a broader trend towards safeguarding workers' rights.
Summary
Bill A03838 proposes amendments to the General Municipal Law, specifically addressing the procedures related to the receipt or discontinuation of certain employee benefits under Section 207-c. The bill mandates that any determinations made by municipalities regarding an employee's eligibility for or discontinuation of benefits must be subject to a de novo evidentiary hearing. Such hearings would allow affected employees to present evidence and arguments relevant to their cases, with the decision being made independently by a hearing officer, rather than being limited to a review of the municipality's previous decision.
Contention
Debate around this bill may arise from differing opinions about the implications of introducing evidentiary hearings into the municipal benefits discontinuation process. Proponents argue that it is a necessary safeguard to protect employees and ensure transparency in benefit decisions, while opponents may raise concerns regarding potential administrative burdens on municipal entities and the implications for how benefits are managed. There may be fears that the additional procedural requirements could complicate and slow down decision-making processes for municipalities.
Notable_points
A unique feature of the bill is its stipulation that parties may negotiate additional or alternative procedures through collective bargaining, provided they still afford the employee an adequate opportunity to be heard. This negotiation aspect may create room for unions and municipalities to find mutually agreeable solutions, allowing for flexibility in how the evidentiary hearings are conducted. The legislation reflects a growing recognition of the importance of employee rights and fair treatment within municipal systems.
Same As
Requires that all procedures and other matters related to the receipt or discontinuation of benefits available under section two hundred seven-c of the general municipal law shall be subject, upon request of the affected employee, to a de novo evidentiary hearing.
Requires that all procedures and other matters related to the receipt or discontinuation of benefits available under section two hundred seven-c of the general municipal law shall be mandatorily negotiable terms and conditions of employment.
Requires that all procedures and other matters related to the receipt or discontinuation of benefits available under section two hundred seven-c of the general municipal law shall be mandatorily negotiable terms and conditions of employment.
Provides that each fire district, department or company required to provide enhanced cancer disability benefits for volunteer fire fighters pursuant to section two hundred five-cc of the general municipal law shall be entitled to reimbursement by the state for payments made in order to obtain the insurance coverage necessary to satisfy the requirements of section two hundred five-cc of the general municipal law.
Provides that each fire district, department or company required to provide enhanced cancer disability benefits for volunteer fire fighters pursuant to section two hundred five-cc of the general municipal law shall be entitled to reimbursement by the state for payments made in order to obtain the insurance coverage necessary to satisfy the requirements of section two hundred five-cc of the general municipal law.
Provides that provisions relating to minimum maintenance roads in designated towns shall be construed as limiting, diminishing or otherwise affecting the powers of any municipality other than the designated town.
Provides that provisions relating to minimum maintenance roads in designated towns shall be construed as limiting, diminishing or otherwise affecting the powers of any municipality other than the designated town.
Relates to hearing procedures for certain public employees; provides that the recommendation of a hearing officer in relation to designated managerial and confidential employees shall be considered final and not subject to change or modification.
Relates to hearing procedures for certain public employees; provides that the recommendation of a hearing officer in relation to designated managerial and confidential employees shall be considered final and not subject to change or modification.
Establishes the "New York municipal asset forfeiture accountability act" which requires that all funds lawfully seized by a county sheriff or other municipal police agency shall go to such municipalities' general fund.
Relates to increasing the tax on alcohol; provides that one hundred percent of the taxes, interest, penalties and fees collected or received by the commissioner shall be allocated to the general fund.