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MA H3994

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/3/2025

Primary Sponsor

Rita Mendes

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Amends Chapter 152, Section 48 of Massachusetts General Laws governing workers' compensation lump sum settlement agreements
  • Requires insurers to notify employers in writing of proposed lump sum settlement payments and give employers 30 days to consent or object in writing
  • Employer consent is waived if no written response is received within the 30-day period
  • Insurers must file an affidavit with lump sum agreement documents confirming employer notification, lack of written objection, and passage of the 30-day waiting period

Legislative Description

Relative to insurance settlements

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5180

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Labor and Workforce Development4/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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