Bill
H 2133
Overview: H 2133, An Act relative to workers' compensation, Hearing rescheduled to 11/20/2025 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time, Introduced
Overview: H 2133, An Act relative to workers' compensation, Hearing rescheduled to 11/20/2025 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time, Introduced on February 27, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to modernize and expand the state's workers' compensation system to better protect the rights and benefits of injured workers.
Key Provisions:
- Increases the maximum weekly benefit for temporary total disability from $1,000 to $1,500
- Extends the duration of temporary total disability benefits from 156 weeks to 208 weeks
- Expands the definition of "occupational disease" to include mental health conditions, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Requires employers to provide injured workers with a list of approved medical providers for treatment
- Establishes an independent medical review process to resolve disputes over medical treatment and benefits
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Workers who are injured or develop occupational illnesses will have access to increased benefits and improved medical care
- Employers will be required to provide more comprehensive workers' compensation coverage and comply with the new requirements
- The bill aims to improve the overall fairness and effectiveness of the state's workers' compensation system
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The public hearing on the bill has been rescheduled to November 20, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM in B-1, with a virtual hearing option. This change in the hearing schedule and format will allow for greater public participation and input on the proposed legislation.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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