Category: Legislation & Policy

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Texas Considers Making Infertility an Occupational Illness for First Responders

A proposed bill would apply to male and female reproductive systems for firefighters and EMTs.

As part of a legislative-mandated study on work-related PTSD, the survey could influence regulator objectives for 2025.

These assistants must be under the supervision of a board-authorized provider.

The push comes after a letter carrier died after working without air conditioning in 95° weather.

Comorbid obesity can complicate recovery, and new drugs create new pharmacy considerations.

The U.S. Department of Labor proposed new rules, while other states introduce legislation.

As another state considers protections, WCRI publishes new data on heat’s impact on workplace accidents.

Oklahoma and Rhode Island enact new presumptions, with Georgia adding extra coverage.

If enacted, Senate Bill 2900 would require worker protections from extreme heat and cold.

Different types of cancers are being added to pre-existing presumptions.

California, Georgia, New York, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania could start a national trend.

The rule clarifies differences between employees and contractors, establishing who is entitled to benefits – including workers’ comp.

Many states passed or proposed changes in 2023, with two states so far working on bills for 2024.

As legislative sessions open, several states have continued to introduce PTSD bills.

The order seeks increased transparency from AI companies regarding model operations, safety and privacy standards, and consumer/worker protections.

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