Proposal to require third‑party app for IME recordings draws split testimony over worker access and security
Senate Bill 61‑28 would require L&I‑approved third‑party application recording for independent medical exams and prohibit independent recordings; proponents say it secures evidence and reduces cancellations, while opponents warn it burdens injured workers and removes practical ability to record on personal devices.
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Susan Jones, committee staff, told the Labor and Commerce Committee that Senate Bill 61‑28 would require independent medical exam (IME) recordings to be conducted through a Department of Labor & Industries‑approved third‑party application, prohibit independent recordings, and require secure storage for the life of the claim plus at least 10 years after final closure. The staff report cited a pilot program and estimated potential reductions in cancellations and time loss.
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