S 9145 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Establishes the "recovery ready workplace act"

S 9145, the "Recovery Ready Workplace Act," creates a certification program for employers to become "recovery ready workplaces" (RRWs), directly affecting businesses with employees and their workers struggling with substance use disorders. Key provisions require employers to implement specific policies, including providing naloxone access, offering anti-stigma training for staff, ensuring equal health coverage for substance use disorder treatment as physical health care, and connecting with recovery organizations within six months of certification. Employers must also develop written plans with employee and union input, address workplace stressors linked to substance misuse, and maintain confidentiality for employees seeking support. The law aims to reduce barriers to care and normalize recovery support in the workplace through structured certification criteria.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2026
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Governor
Introduced Feb 6, 2026 Last action Mar 5, 2026
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Mar 5, 2026
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REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
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Feb 6, 2026
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REFERRED TO ALCOHOLISM AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS
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Nathalia Fernández
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