H 2123
An Act relative to workers' compensation disfigurement benefits concerning scarring
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Bill overview
This bill aims to expand workers' compensation benefits in Massachusetts to include specific coverage for scarring resulting from workplace injuries. Currently, workers' compensation often doesn't adequately address the long-term emotional and psychological impact of significant scarring. This legislation seeks to provide more comprehensive support for injured workers who experience scarring, recognizing its significant impact on their well-being and quality of life.
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Christopher Hendricks
Cosponsors
Antonio F. D. Cabral
Christopher Hendricks
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Bill H.2123 194th (Current)
An Act relative to workers' compensation disfigurement benefits concerning scarring
By Representative Hendricks of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2123) of Christopher Hendricks and Antonio F. D. Cabral relative to workers' compensation disfigurement benefits concerning scarring. Labor and Workforce Development.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Christopher Hendricks Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2123
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/12/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-1 |
| 9/8/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025 |
| 12/22/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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