SB895

Removing time limits for filing or modifying claims for massive fibrosis

Introduced·2/10/26
Intr Text

Removes time limits for filing or modifying claims for progressive massive fibrosis.

West Virginia SB895 removes time limits for filing or modifying claims for progressive massive fibrosis, a severe lung disease caused by coal and silica dust exposure. The bill allows claimants to file or reopen claims without time limits if they have evidence of progressive massive fibrosis. It also provides an impairment rating for this condition.

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History

Feb 10

Senate

Filed for introduction

Feb 10

Senate

To Judiciary

Feb 10

Senate

Introduced in Senate