Relates to article 78 judgments regarding disability pension determinations

This bill (S 3413) changes how courts handle appeals of denied disability pensions in New York. It directly affects individuals who have been denied disability pensions by state pension systems and are appealing that decision. The key provision allows a court, upon finding a denial was arbitrary or not supported by substantial evidence, to directly grant the disability pension instead of only sending the case back for reconsideration. This amendment applies immediately to all pending appeals not yet decided. The bill does not alter eligibility rules but streamlines the court's authority to resolve denials when evidence is lacking.