Amends TCA Title 7, Chapter 51 and Title 50, Chapter 6.
Tennessee SB0289 amends the Tennessee Code Annotated to establish a presumption that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) diagnosed in firefighters, law enforcement officers, and emergency medical responders within one year of their employment termination is a work-related injury eligible for compensation under the Workers' Compensation Law. The bill outlines specific traumatic events that can trigger this presumption, such as witnessing the death of a minor or responding to incidents involving serious bodily injury. This legislation aims to provide support for first responders affected by PTSD due to their service-related experiences.
Tennessee SB0289 amends the Tennessee Code Annotated to establish a presumption that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) diagnosed in firefighters, law enforcement officers, and emergency medical responders within one year of their employment termination is a work-related injury eligible for compensation under the Workers' Compensation Law. The bill outlines specific traumatic events that can trigger this presumption, such as witnessing the death of a minor or responding to incidents involving serious bodily injury. This legislation aims to provide support for first responders affected by PTSD due to their service-related experiences.
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