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TX SB67
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Judith Zaffirini
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AI Summary
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Allows workers' compensation contested case hearings to be conducted by videoconference, creating an exception to the existing requirement that hearings be held within 75 miles of the claimant's residence at the time of injury
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Requires the division to conduct videoconference hearings upon request by claimants who are custodial officers, detention officers, emergency medical technicians, firefighters, or peace officers injured in the course of their duties
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Permits claimants who currently reside more than 75 miles from the hearing site to request a videoconference hearing
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Authorizes videoconference hearings upon request by specific insurance carriers: the State Office of Risk Management, Texas A&M University System, Texas Department of Transportation, or University of Texas System
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Takes effect September 1, 2025, and applies only to contested case hearings requested on or after that date
Legislative Description
Relating to conducting certain contested case hearings under the Texas workers' compensation system by videoconference.
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Last Action
Referred to Business & Commerce
2/3/2025