AK HB239

Creates a presumption of compensability for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) claims under workers' compensation for specified occupations including correctional officers, emergency medical technicians, emergency medical dispatchers, firefighters, mobile intensive care paramedics, peace officers, and certified emergency medical services employees.

Allows the presumption to be rebutted by a preponderance of evidence showing the PTSD resulted from non-work-related factors.

Covers PTSD diagnoses made while employed or within three years after the last date of employment, as diagnosed by a psychiatrist or psychologist.

Extends the presumption of compensability for three years following the last date of employment, notwithstanding existing AS 23.30.100(a) provisions.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment.