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 aims to support the recruitment and retention of first responders by ensuring they have adequate time to undergo necessary medical tests related to their duties, thereby promoting their safety and well-being.

Additionally, the bill outlines that the Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development will be responsible for adopting the necessary rules and regulations to implement this requirement, in consultation with relevant state and local employers. This legislation is intended to enhance the support provided to first responders, recognizing their critical role in maintaining community safety. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.