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ND HB1271
The definition of a compensable injury; to provide for retroactive application; and to declare an emergency.
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Introduced
01/11/2021
01/11/2021
In Committee
01/28/2021
01/28/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/29/2021
04/29/2021
Introduced Session
67th Legislative Assembly
Bill Summary
A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 65-05 of the North Dakota 2 Century Code, relating to employer immunity; to amend and reenact subsection 11 of section 3 65-01-02 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the definition of a compensable injury; 4 to provide for retroactive application; and to declare an emergency.
AI Summary
This bill amends the definition of a "compensable injury" under North Dakota's workers' compensation law. The key changes are: (1) it expands the definition of a mental or psychological condition caused by a work-related injury, including conditions caused by a single traumatic event or a period of high work-related stress; and (2) it provides immunity from civil liability for employers for COVID-19-related injuries to employees if the employer's actions were in substantial compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The bill applies retroactively to claims filed after March 13, 2020, and is declared an emergency measure.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Education
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 14 nays 79 (on 02/03/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.nd.gov/assembly/67-2021/bill-actions/ba1271.html |
| BillText | https://www.legis.nd.gov/assembly/67-2021/documents/21-0595-01000.pdf |
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