Relates to penalties for discrimination against employees

Summary

The bill amends the workers’ compensation law to require employers who discriminate to restore the employee’s job or benefits and pay compensation for lost wages, attorney fees, and a monetary penalty. The penalty is set at three times the employee’s total compensation, with a minimum of $100 and a maximum of $500, split between the state and the employee. Complaints must be filed within two years of the discriminatory act.

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