WTC Disability Law

The WTC Disability Law establishes a presumption that certain disabilities for certain New York State employees were caused by rescue, recovery or clean-up operations at the WTC and entitle the employee to accidental disability retirement benefits (unless evidence proves otherwise).

Office of the New York State Comptroller
New York State and Local Retirement System
110 State Street
Albany, NY 12244-0001

WTC Disability Law Brochure (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions About the WTC Disability Law