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House approves broad workers27 compensation reforms after lengthy debate
Summary
The House passed Fifth Substitute HB167, a package of workers27 compensation amendments negotiated with insurers, employers and the state fund. Debate centered on definitions, out-of-state services, reserve levels and a failed push to study privatization; the bill passed unanimously and moves to the Senate.
The Utah House on Feb. 27 approved Fifth Substitute House Bill 167, a negotiated package of reforms to the state27s workers27 compensation framework aimed at clarifying what the Fund may offer and how it operates domestically and in other states.
Jerry A. Adair, sponsor of the bill, told members the measure reflects months of work with insurers, manufacturers and the Workers27 Compensation Fund. He described the changes as clarifying the Fund27s authority to provide "workers' compensation products and services," including administrative services (medical and…
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