On March 5, 2018, the Florida House of Representatives voted unanimously to pass Florida Senate Bill SB 376. This bill would extend workers’ compensation benefits to first responders being treated for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
The bill will now move to the desk of Governor Rick Scott for his signature. If the governor signs the bill, the law will go into effect on October 1, 2018.
Click Here to read the complete bill.
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Johns Eastern will continue to keep you updated on the status of this bill with updates on what it may mean for you and your employees.