HB4134

To quantify fair workman compensation rates and more equitable method of tracking/billing for various classifications within volunteer fire departments and emergency rescue personnel

Introduced·1/14/26
Intr Text

Establishes a workers' compensation subsidy program for volunteer fire departments and emergency rescue personnel in West Virginia.

This bill creates a workers' compensation subsidy program for volunteer fire departments and emergency rescue personnel in West Virginia. It mandates the Fire Commission to quantify and ensure fair workers' compensation rates and develop a more equitable method of tracking and billing for various classifications within these departments. The program is administered by the State Auditor, who will distribute funds to eligible volunteer fire departments to help defray workers' compensation insurance premiums.

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History

Jan 14

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 14

House

To Finance

Jan 14

House

Introduced in House