The bill includes standards for demonstrating that the disease is occupational in origin, and if enacted it would go into effect October 1st.
The bill includes standards for demonstrating that the disease is occupational in origin, and if enacted it would go into effect October 1st.
New Jersey could create a task force for pandemic-related PTSD, while Virginia and Connecticut could expand mental health presumptions.
A proposed bill could add additional types of cancer to the pre-existing presumption for firefighters.
Injuries occurring when traveling to and from work would be covered, assuming no criminal activity was undertaken.
Pre-existing PTSD presumptions for first responders could be extended to 911 dispatchers.
Maryland would create a hypertension presumption, while Arizona would strengthen theirs by increasing rebuttal requirements.
Vermont could soon cover larynx, pharynx, and trachea cancers, while Virginia could cover lung cancer and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
The bill applies to the spouse of law-enforcement officers who require at-home care following a line-of-duty injury.
While this bill could expand coverage of PTSD, it is still limited to first responders.
Arizona proposes a PTSD presumption, while Maryland proposes a hypertension presumption.
Additionally, benefits may be extended for up to 10 years post-employment.
If enacted, House Bill 26 would apply to police officers, firefighters, emergency medical services personnel, and members of the National Guard.
Exceptions to the presumption are made for certain cancers diagnosed prior to key dates.
Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Washington seek to expand current presumptions to additional occupations.
Exams from previous employers could be used to demonstrate that workers had no signs of occupational illnesses prior to employment.
