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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to conditions of impairment caused by blood-borne infectious diseases resulting in total or partial disability or death to certain public safety personnel. Public Service.
AI Summary
This bill amends the presumptive disability law to extend coverage to certain public safety personnel, including uniformed firefighters, police officers, and correctional facility employees, who contract a blood-borne infectious disease such as HIV, AIDS, or hepatitis resulting in total or partial disability or death. The bill establishes a presumption that the condition was suffered in the line of duty if the individual passed a physical examination upon entering service, unless evidence shows otherwise. This change aims to provide enhanced benefits and protections for these public safety workers who face increased risk of exposure in the course of their duties.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4722 (on 05/20/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2277 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2277.pdf |
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