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NM SB414

NM SB414
Minor Apprentice Workers' Comp


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Introduced
02/18/2021
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT RELATING TO LABOR; PROVIDING FOR EIGHTY PERCENT ASSISTANCE FOR THE COST OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE TO EMPLOYERS OF MINOR APPRENTICES; REQUIRING RULES; REQUIRING A REPORT; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.

AI Summary

This bill provides for 80% assistance for the cost of workers' compensation insurance to employers of minor apprentices (apprentices under 18 years of age) in New Mexico. The bill requires the Apprenticeship Council to adopt procedures for the assistance application and confirmation process, and the Workforce Solutions Department to provide the financial assistance. The bill also requires a report from the Director of Apprenticeship and the Superintendent of Insurance on options for employers to insure minor apprentices, including the potential for group self-insurance. The bill appropriates $200,000 from the general fund to the Workforce Solutions Department for this purpose, with any unused funds not reverting to the general fund.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Senate Finance Committee (00:00 3/18/2021 Room 322) (on 03/18/2021)

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