This bill mandates that employers provide an additional paid sick day per benefit year specifically for healthcare diagnostic testing to paid first responders. The term "first responder" encompasses various roles, including law enforcement officers, paid firefighters, emergency medical technicians, and paramedics. The bill aims to support the recruitment and retention of first responders by ensuring they have adequate time to undergo necessary medical tests or procedures related to their duties, thereby promoting their safety and effectiveness in serving the community.

To facilitate the implementation of this requirement, the bill designates the Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development to adopt necessary rules and regulations in consultation with relevant state and local employers. This legislative measure reflects the growing concern regarding the recruitment challenges faced by emergency services organizations and underscores the importance of providing additional support to first responders who play a critical role in maintaining public safety. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.