Increases certain special accidental death benefits paid to a widow or widower or the children of a deceased member of the state and local retirement system.

New York Assembly Bill A11555, signed into law on June 26, 2026, increases the special accidental death benefits provided to widows, widowers, and children under 18 (or under 23 if a student) of deceased members of the state and local retirement system. The law specifies that starting July 1, 2026, these benefits will be enhanced by adding an additional percentage, though the exact percentage is not detailed in the available sources. ([nysenate.gov](https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A11555?utm_source=openai))

NY A11555 is a house bill in the New York 2025-2026 General Assembly, sponsored by Stacey Pheffer Amato (D), currently “Passed” since June 26, 2026.

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The bill received unanimous support in both the Assembly and the Senate, indicating broad bipartisan approval. The Assembly passed the bill with 139 votes in favor and 11 absences, while the Senate passed it with 60 votes in favor and 3 absences. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/NY/votes/A11555/2025?utm_source=openai)) This strong support suggests that the legislation is viewed positively by lawmakers, reflecting a commitment to supporting the families of public servants who have died in the line of duty.

No negative media coverage or significant opposition to the bill has been reported. The unanimous votes in both legislative chambers and the absence of reported dissent indicate that the bill was well-received and did not face substantial criticism.