Relative to workers' compensation claims involving emergency...
Relative to workers' compensation claims involving emergency responders with acute stress disorder or post-traumatic stress disorder.
SB28 is a bill aimed at addressing workers' compensation claims for emergency responders who develop acute stress disorder or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) due to their job. It seeks to ensure these workers receive the benefits they need for their mental health conditions. The bill has successfully passed and was signed into law on June 10, 2025, becoming effective on August 9, 2025.
This law would directly impact emergency responders such as firefighters, police officers, and paramedics who are at high risk of experiencing traumatic events on the job. By ensuring they can claim workers' compensation for mental health issues like PTSD, it aims to provide them with the necessary support and treatment.
SB28 was introduced on January 7, 2025, and after several hearings and committee reports, it was passed by both the Senate and House. The bill received bipartisan support, reflecting a broad agreement on the importance of protecting emergency responders' mental health. The final steps included engrossment and enrollment before being signed into law.