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County opposes work‑comp bill that would let employees choose treating physician; worries about costs and lack of stakeholdering
3298511 · April 22, 2025
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Summary
Arapahoe County signaled opposition to HB1300 (work‑comp physician choice), citing costs, disruption to a long‑standing workers’ compensation system, and lack of stakeholder process; commissioners said their association will take a lead role.
Arapahoe County commissioners recorded opposition to House Bill 1300, a measure that would change Colorado’s workers’ compensation system by allowing injured workers broader choice in selecting treating providers rather than selecting from an employer‑designated list.
County staff and lobbyists described the proposed change as a…
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