Provides certain volunteer and other workers with maximum compensation benefit for workers' compensation claim regardless of outside employment.
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Overview
This bill aims to ensure that volunteer and other workers, such as firefighters and first aid responders, receive the full amount of workers’ compensation benefits they are entitled to, even if they also have outside jobs. It clarifies existing law following a 2019 state Supreme Court ruling that stated the legislature intended for these volunteers to receive maximum compensation, regardless of their income. The bill seeks to remove any uncertainty about these workers’ compensation rights. It specifically addresses the situation of volunteer firefighters.
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Primary sponsors
Vincent Polistina
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