HB 9-A: Workers' Compensation
GENERAL BILL by Goodlette ; (CO-INTRODUCERS) Allen ; Harrell ; Zapata
Workers' Compensation; revises authorization to claim exemptions & requirements re submitting notice of election of exemption; revises provisions re contractors & subcontractors re liability for compensation; provides additional limitations on compensation for permanent total disability; revises provisions re timely payment of compensation & medical bills & penalties for late payment, etc. Amends Chs. 440, 627, 921.0022, 946.523, 985.315.
Last Action: 5/9/2003 House - Prefiled; Withdrawn prior to introduction,Link/Iden/Sim/Compare passed, refer to SB 50-A (Ch. 2003-412) -HJ 00011
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Bill History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 5/9/2003 | House |
• Prefiled; Withdrawn prior to introduction,Link/Iden/Sim/Compare passed, refer to SB 50-A (Ch. 2003-412) -HJ 00011 |
Related Bills
| Bill Number | Subject | Filed By | Relationship | Last Action and Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H 25A (e2) | Workers' Compensation | Goodlette | Similar | Last Action: 5/27/2003 S In Messages; Died in Messages, Link/Iden/Sim/Compare passed, refer to SB 50-A (Ch. 2003-412) |
| S 50A (e2) | Clary | Similar | Last Action: 7/15/2003 Approved by Governor; Chapter No. 2003-412 |
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No Vote History AvailableCitations - Statutes (37)
| Citation | Catchline | Location in Bill Location In Bill Help |
|---|---|---|
| 440.02 | Definitions. | |
| 440.05 | Election of exemption; revocation of election; notice; certification. | |
| 440.06 | Failure to secure compensation; effect. | |
| 440.077 | When a sole proprietor, partner, or officer rejects chapter, effect. | |
| 440.09 | Coverage. | |
| 440.093 | ||
| 440.10 | Liability for compensation. | |
| 440.1025 | Consideration of public employer workplace safety program in rate-setting; program requirements; rulemaking. | |
| 440.103 | Building permits; identification of minimum premium policy. | |
| 440.105 | Prohibited activities; reports; penalties; limitations. | |
| 440.1051 | Fraud reports; civil immunity; criminal penalties. | |
| 440.107 | Department powers to enforce employer compliance with coverage requirements. | |
| 440.11 | Exclusiveness of liability. | |
| 440.13 | Medical services and supplies; penalty for violations; limitations. | |
| 440.134 | Workers' compensation managed care arrangement. | |
| 440.14 | Determination of pay. | |
| 440.15 | Compensation for disability. | |
| 440.151 | Occupational diseases. | |
| 440.16 | Compensation for death. | |
| 440.185 | Notice of injury or death; reports; penalties for violations. | |
| 440.192 | Procedure for resolving benefit disputes. | |
| 440.1925 | Procedure for resolving maximum medical improvement or permanent impairment disputes. | |
| 440.1926 | ||
| 440.20 | Time for payment of compensation; penalties for late payment. | |
| 440.25 | Procedures for mediation and hearings. | |
| 440.34 | Attorney's fees; costs. | |
| 440.38 | Security for compensation; insurance carriers and self-insurers. | |
| 440.381 | Application for coverage; reporting payroll; payroll audit procedures; penalties. | |
| 440.42 | Insurance policies; liability. | |
| 440.49 | Limitation of liability for subsequent injury through Special Disability Trust Fund. | |
| 440.491 | Reemployment of injured workers; rehabilitation. | |
| 440.525 | Examination of carriers. | |
| 627.162 | Requirements for premium installments; delinquency, collection, and check return charges; attorney's fees. | |
| 627.311 | Joint underwriters and joint reinsurers. | |
| 921.0022 | Criminal Punishment Code; offense severity ranking chart. | |
| 946.523 | Prison industry enhancement | |
| 985.315 | Educational |
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