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CA AB2451

Bill

Official Source

Status

Vetoed

9/30/2012

Primary Sponsor

John Perez

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Origin

State Assembly

2011-2012 Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the filing deadline for death benefit proceedings related to firefighters and peace officers from 240 weeks to 480 weeks from the date of injury
  • Maintains the one-year deadline after death for filing such proceedings, with no extensions permitted beyond this timeframe
  • Applies only to dependents of deceased firefighters or peace officers whose injuries occurred during active service
  • Covers injuries defined under Sections 3212.1, 3212.6, and 3212.8 of the Labor Code
  • Does not apply to claims already adjudicated, finalized, or with lapsed commencement periods as of December 31, 2012

Legislative Description

Workers' compensation: firefighters.

Last Action

Consideration of Governor's veto pending.

9/30/2012

Committee Referrals

Rules5/10/2012
Insurance3/15/2012

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