Bill
A 6647
Bill A 6647 protects injured workers by ensuring they receive benefits without needing to prove job attachment, easing their financial burden during recovery.
Bill Number: A 6647
Title: Prohibits insurance carriers and employers from withholding certain benefits from injured workers based on attachment to the labor market
Status: Enacting Clause Stricken
Introduced: March 06, 2025
Classification: Bill
Bill A 6647 was introduced with the primary aim of protecting injured workers by ensuring that they receive certain benefits without the requirement of demonstrating their attachment to the labor market. This legislation seeks to alleviate the financial burden on workers who have sustained injuries and may be unable to return to work immediately, thereby promoting their recovery and reintegration into the workforce.
Prohibition on Withholding Benefits: The bill specifically prohibits insurance carriers and employers from denying or withholding benefits to injured workers based on their attachment to the labor market. This means that even if a worker is not currently engaged in employment or unable to find work due to their injury, they are still entitled to receive benefits.
Clarification of Benefits: While the bill does not specify the exact benefits covered, it typically refers to workers' compensation benefits, which may include medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and wage replacement.
Injured Workers: The primary beneficiaries of this bill would be workers who have sustained injuries and are seeking compensation. By removing the attachment to the labor market as a condition for receiving benefits, the bill aims to provide financial support during their recovery period.
Insurance Carriers and Employers: This legislation would impose new requirements on insurance companies and employers, mandating that they provide benefits without considering a worker's employment status or job search efforts.
Introduced Date: The bill was introduced on March 06, 2025, and was referred to the Labor Committee for consideration.
Legislative Action: On May 16, 2025, the enacting clause of the bill was stricken, indicating that the bill will not proceed further in its current form.
S 6376: A companion bill in the Senate that may address similar issues regarding workers' compensation and benefits for injured workers.
A 8482: Another companion bill that could provide additional context or provisions related to the treatment of injured workers and their benefits.
While Bill A 6647 aimed to enhance protections for injured workers by ensuring access to benefits regardless of their labor market attachment, its current status indicates that it will not advance further. The implications of this bill highlight ongoing discussions about workers' rights and the responsibilities of employers and insurance providers in supporting injured employees.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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