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LB 522

Change provisions relating to the date when compensation begins and provide for cost-of-living adjustments under the Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Act

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Dunixi Guereca

Bill 5 SummaryMain Purpose: LB 522 reduces the initial waiting period for workers' compensation benefits from 7 days to 3 days and the retroactive waiting period from 6 weeks to 2

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Bill Summary · LB 522

Bill 5 Summary

Main Purpose: LB 522 reduces the initial waiting period for workers' compensation benefits from 7 days to 3 days and the retroactive waiting period from 6 weeks to 2 weeks.

Key Provisions:
- Shortens the waiting period before workers' compensation benefits can be accessed.
- Decreases the retroactive period for benefits to be paid.

Affected Parties:
- Employees injured on the job and seeking workers' compensation benefits in Nebraska.
- Employers and insurance providers involved in workers' compensation claims.

Procedural/Timeline Details:
- The bill has been introduced and is scheduled for a hearing on March 10, 2025.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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