H 2169
An Act relative to worker compensation protections for certified medical cannabis patients and their caregivers
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Bill overview
This bill aims to extend worker compensation protections to certified medical cannabis patients and their caregivers. Currently, these individuals may not be covered under worker’s compensation if they are injured on the job, even if related to their caregiving duties. The bill seeks to ensure that these individuals receive the same benefits as other workers who are injured while performing their jobs. It addresses a gap in existing law to provide a safety net for this specific group.
Key provisions
- Provides worker’s compensation coverage for certified medical cannabis patients.
- Extends this coverage to their caregivers.
- Covers injuries sustained while providing care to patients.
- Recognizes caregiving as a work-related activity.
- Addresses potential gaps in existing worker’s compensation laws.
Who is affected
- Certified medical cannabis patients
- Caregivers of certified medical cannabis patients
- Employers
- Workers’ compensation insurers
Notable changes
- Expands worker’s compensation eligibility to include medical cannabis patients and their caregivers.
- Clarifies that caregiving activities can be considered work-related for compensation purposes.
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Primary sponsor
Lindsay N. Sabadosa
Cosponsor
Lindsay N. Sabadosa
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Bill H.2169 194th (Current)
An Act relative to worker compensation protections for certified medical cannabis patients and their caregivers
By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2169) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa relative to worker compensation protections for certified medical cannabis patients and their caregivers. Labor and Workforce Development.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Lindsay N. Sabadosa
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2169
| 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 |
| 3/5/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5180 |
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