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Proposal to require third‑party app for IME recordings draws split testimony over worker access and security
Summary
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.
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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