New York Senate bill in Session 2025-2026.
Status: enacted. Latest action: December 12, 2025.
Relates to mandating the development and approval of operational safety plans.
Requires the office of parks, recreation and historic preservation to develop and approve operational safety plans prior to the deployment of any employee in hazardous conditions; requires the plan to include a comprehensive risk assessment identifying potential hazards associated with the deployment, mitigation measures to address identified risks, detailed information on team composition, identification of an on-site authorized person responsible for overseeing operations, a clear chain of command, emergency contact information for all team members, and evacuation procedures.
| Date | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-29 | Introduced | Bill introduced |
| 2025-12-12 | Status | enacted |
| 2025-12-12 | Latest Action | Signed by Governor |