Senate Passes Bill Modifying Classification Appeals Board

The Colorado Senate on Friday unanimously approved a bill that would modify provisions related to the Workers’ Compensation Classification Appeals Board. The Senate voted 34-0 to pass SB 96, by Sen. Chris Kolker, D-Arapahoe, which would allow the insurance commissioner to appoint a licensed insurance agent to serve on the appellate board. The measure would also preserve the board, scheduled to sunset July 1, through at least Sept. 1, 2032. The Workers’ Compensation Classification Appeals Board hears appeals employers bring against insurers over classification assignments and...