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Introduced
11/14/2019
11/14/2019
In Committee
11/14/2019
11/14/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to protect injured workers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2401).
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect injured workers in several ways. First, it requires the department to promptly investigate workers' compensation claims and report their findings, regardless of whether the case is open or active. Second, it expands the definition of "person" under the state's anti-discrimination law to include injured workers. Third, it defines "earnings" to include any wages the employer was required to pay under state or federal law, and requires the employer to indemnify the insurer for any additional compensation owed as a result of unpaid wages. Finally, it strengthens anti-retaliation protections for workers who exercise their rights under the workers' compensation law, including by creating a rebuttable presumption of unlawful retaliation if adverse action is taken within 90 days of the worker exercising their rights.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development (J)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 11/14/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2401 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2401.pdf |
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