Committee Passes Bill That Would Allow PTSD Comp Benefits for First Responders

A West Virginia House of Delegates committee approved a bill that would allow first-responder agencies to offer workers’ compensation benefits related to post-traumatic stress disorder that doesn't involve an accompanying physical injury. The House Judiciary Committee on Thursday unanimously passed House Bill 3107, by Del. Chad Lovejoy, D-Cabell, one day after a fire and emergency services subcommittee approved the bill. The bill would allow comp coverage of PTSD claims for law enforcement officers, firefighters, dispatchers, paramedics and emergency medical technicians who are...