This bill mandates that employers provide an additional paid sick day per benefit year to employees who are volunteer first responders, specifically for the purpose of undergoing healthcare diagnostic testing. The legislation aims to support volunteer first responders, who play a vital role in community safety and well-being, by ensuring they have the necessary time to address any health concerns related to their volunteer duties. The bill defines key terms such as "employee," "employer," "volunteer first responder," and "healthcare diagnostic testing," and stipulates that this additional sick day is available after the employee has completed their first calendar year of service.

To implement the provisions of this bill, the Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development is tasked with adopting necessary rules and regulations in consultation with other state agencies. The bill highlights the growing concern regarding the recruitment of volunteer first responders and emphasizes the importance of providing support to these individuals to encourage their continued service, thereby reducing the financial burden on municipalities that may otherwise need to hire paid personnel.