Provides employment protections for paid first responders diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder under certain conditions.
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- Passed Senate
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- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the "New Jersey First Responders Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Protection Act," provides employment protections for paid first responders diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It prohibits employers from taking adverse actions against employees who take leave related to a qualifying PTSD diagnosis and requires employers to reinstate employees to their previous positions after leave, provided they’ve been evaluated by a mental health professional. The bill also establishes a legal recourse for employees who experience retaliation or discrimination due to their PTSD diagnosis.
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James Beach
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