S 8326

This bill, known as the "Nuclear Facility Closing Workers' Protection Act," establishes requirements for the closure or sale of nuclear power plants in Westchester County (specifically targeting the Indian Point Nuclear Power Plant). The legislation mandates that electric corporations must submit a detailed closure or sale plan to the state department at least 18 months in advance, which must include workforce retention provisions and require that construction work during decommissioning be performed under project labor agreements with union organizations. Additionally, the bill requires that affected employees receive at least one year's notice of employment loss, extends the standard 90-day notice period under state labor law to one year for nuclear facility workers, and ensures displaced workers maintain health insurance coverage for up to two years after termination. The primary purpose is to protect the employment rights, job security, and benefits of workers affected by nuclear plant closures while ensuring the existing workforce is utilized during the decommissioning process.