Requires employer of volunteer first responder to provide employee with one additional paid sick day per benefit year for healthcare diagnostic testing.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill requires employers in New Jersey to provide volunteer first responders with one additional paid sick day per benefit year. This additional day is intended to allow employees to undergo healthcare diagnostic testing if they may have been exposed to hazards during their volunteer service. The goal is to encourage volunteer recruitment and retention by supporting the health and well-being of these community helpers.
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Anthony Bucco
M. Ruiz
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