Vermont S0125 amends workers' compensation and collective bargaining laws, including translation services, medical case management, and penalties for.

Vermont S0125 amends workers' compensation laws to require employers to pay for translation services for non-English-speaking employees. It also allows injured employees to request medical case management services and increases penalties for late payments. The bill expands the definition of "employee" to include judiciary supervisors, allowing them to organize and bargain collectively. Additionally, it appropriates $250,000 to the Vermont Labor Relations Board to increase staffing. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Vermont S0125 amends workers' compensation and collective bargaining laws, including translation services, medical case management, and penalties for.

Vermont S0125 amends workers' compensation laws to require employers to pay for translation services for non-English-speaking employees. It also allows injured employees to request medical case management services and increases penalties for late payments. The bill expands the definition of "employee" to include judiciary supervisors, allowing them to organize and bargain collectively. Additionally, it appropriates $250,000 to the Vermont Labor Relations Board to increase staffing. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2025.