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HB 492 PASSED BY NC HOUSE - On May 6, the N.C. House of Representatives passed H.B. 492 which allows first responders to qualify for workers’ compensation for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). If passed into law, the...more
Effective January 9, 2021, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 308 to create a fund for post-traumatic stress disorder for first responders. This is defined as “paying compensation for lost wages to a public safety...more
Overview - The year 2020 began with the optimism of advancing numerous pieces of legislation and promises of strong bipartisan cooperation, but activity suddenly halted in March with the onset of shutdowns due to the...more
On January 9, 2021, Ohio Governor DeWine signed into law House Bill 308, which creates a fund for the payment of compensation and benefits for first responders who become disabled as a result of post-traumatic stress disorder...more