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SB 75

Worker's compensation: benefits; compensation for death resulting from personal injury; modify. Amends secs. 321, 331, 335, 345 & 356 of 1969 PA 317 (MCL 418.321 et seq.).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mary Cavanagh and 1 co-sponsor

SB 75 amends Michigan worker's compensation law to modify death benefit calculations and eligibility for families of workers fatally injured on the job.

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Bill Summary · SB 75

Legislative bill overview

SB 75 modifies Michigan's worker's compensation law by amending five sections of the 1969 Worker's Disability Compensation Act. The bill specifically targets provisions related to death benefits and compensation amounts for workers who suffer fatal personal injuries on the job. The exact nature of the modifications is not detailed in the available information, as the bill was recently introduced and referred to committee.

Why is this important

Worker's compensation death benefits provide crucial financial support to families of employees killed at work. Changes to these benefit formulas or eligibility requirements directly affect how much survivors receive and can influence the financial stability of grieving families. This also impacts employers' costs and insurance premiums, making it relevant to Michigan's business environment and labor protections.

Potential points of contention

  • Benefit amount changes: Whether modifications increase or decrease compensation to surviving families, affecting both worker protections and employer liability costs
  • Eligibility or calculation method shifts: Any changes to how death benefits are calculated or who qualifies could create winners and losers among different worker demographics
  • Cost implications: Amendments may affect worker's compensation insurance rates and overall employer compliance expenses in Michigan

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

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