Worker's compensation: disabilities; presumption of causation of heart and respiratory diseases; extend to certain members of police, fire, and public safety departments. Amends sec. 405 of 1969 PA 317 (MCL 418.405).
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Overview
This bill expands worker’s compensation benefits for certain firefighters, police officers, public safety personnel, and their former members who develop respiratory or heart diseases related to their jobs. It establishes a presumption of causation for these diseases, meaning that if a covered individual develops such a condition, the employer is not automatically liable, and they may be eligible for benefits from a dedicated state fund. The bill also creates a new fund to cover these claims and outlines procedures for administering the fund and reporting on its activities.
Key provisions
- Establishes a presumption of causation for respiratory and heart diseases resulting from job-related hazards for specific first responder groups.
- Creates the Christopher R. Slezak first responder presumed coverage fund to provide benefits to eligible individuals.
- Requires claimants to apply for pension benefits before seeking worker’s compensation benefits.
- Allows for suspension of employer liability claims while benefits are received from the presumed coverage fund.
- Outlines procedures for the fund administrator to manage claims, invest funds, and report on fund activity.
- Mandates annual reporting to the legislature on fund usage and costs.
- Requires an estimated cost projection for the next fiscal year for benefits paid by the fund.
- Specifies a process for notifying the legislature if the fund may be insufficient to cover future claims.
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