Allows employees that refuse a coronavirus vaccine to be eligible for unemployment insurance

This bill amends New York's labor law to explicitly allow employees who refuse a coronavirus vaccine to qualify for unemployment insurance benefits. It adds language stating that unemployment due to "choosing not to receive a coronavirus vaccine" cannot disqualify someone from benefits, covering both government mandates (like health department orders) and employer vaccine policies. The bill specifically prevents denial of benefits for this reason, including cases where refusal stems from mandatory vaccination requirements by employers or state health authorities. This change modifies existing eligibility rules under sections 591 and 593 of the labor law. The policy directly affects workers who face termination for vaccine refusal under current employer or public health mandates.