CA SB542

Establishes workers' compensation coverage for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in firefighters, peace officers, and certain emergency services coordinators, effective January 1, 2020 through January 1, 2025

Creates a disputable presumption that PTSD developing during employment arose out of and in the course of employment, with the presumption extending up to 60 months after termination of service

Requires members to have performed at least 6 months of service (non-continuous) to receive compensation, unless the injury results from a sudden and extraordinary employment condition

Covers firefighters from public agencies, UC/CSU, Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, defense installations, and NASA facilities, plus peace officers engaged in active law enforcement activities

Provides full hospital, surgical, medical treatment, disability indemnity, and death benefits for PTSD claims that meet the diagnostic criteria in the most recent Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders