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Workers'-comp clean-up bill moved to Finance after sponsor says IT costs will be covered from existing funds
Summary
House Bill 16 30, described as a workers' compensation cleanup, was presented as funding a new computer system using excess funds from the subsequent injury fund so no appropriation is required. The committee sent the bill to Finance, 19–0.
Representative Lambert presented House Bill 16 30 as a workers' compensation cleanup bill that includes replacing or upgrading a computer system. The sponsor said the bureau plans to pay for the system using excess funds from the subsequent injury fund (and related available internal funds), avoiding an appropriation request to the legislature.
Committee members asked no substantive questions, and the clerk announced the vote results as 19 ayes and no nays. The bill was referred to Finance for further review of the fiscal note and any related budgetary determination.
