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OK HB1084

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/7/2011

Primary Sponsor

John Bennett

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Emergency medical technicians and other direct providers of emergency services diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) by a licensed psychiatrist are entitled to workers' compensation coverage and treatment.

  • Treatment for PTSD may include psychiatric or psychological counseling as well as any medical treatment associated with the condition.

  • Creates a presumption that PTSD or similar conditions in emergency service providers are work-related and incurred as a result of employment.

  • Effective date: November 1, 2011.

Legislative Description

Workers' compensation; requiring certain treatment; effective date.

Professions and Occupations

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Judiciary

2/8/2011

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/8/2011

Full Bill Text

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