Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Assembly Member Alec Brook-Krasny
Briefly

The Recover-Ready Workplace Act (A.521) allows businesses to earn a "recovery-ready" status by implementing supportive policies for employees dealing with substance abuse and mental health issues. This legislation was successfully passed in both legislative chambers and awaits the governor's signature. Additionally, the office of Assembly Member Alec Brook-Krasny actively resolves various constituent issues by ensuring that New York State agencies operate effectively. Services include addressing confusion over unemployment claims, negotiating excessive toll penalties, and researching legislative solutions for improving debt notifications.
The Recover-Ready Workplace Act (A.521) aims to reduce workplace stigma around substance abuse and mental health, allowing businesses to obtain "recovery-ready" status.
My office ensures state agencies operate with diligence, managing issues like unemployment claims and tax benefits effectively for constituents.
We actively assist with complex problems, such as excessive fees from toll violations, by mediating with agencies to reduce penalties.
Research into legislative options for improving state debt notifications is underway to better serve New Yorkers facing financial challenges.
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