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, and emergency medical technicians, among others. The bill emphasizes the importance of supporting first responders, particularly in light of their potential exposure to hazardous conditions during their service, which necessitates adequate time for healthcare testing.

Furthermore, the bill outlines that the Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development will be responsible for adopting necessary rules and regulations to implement this requirement, ensuring that the provisions are effectively enforced. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.