An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, in additional coverages, further providing for definitions.

Summary

The bill amends the state Workers' Compensation Act to treat volunteers in fire departments, ambulance corps, and rescue squads as employees for benefits purposes. It extends compensation to injuries sustained while responding to emergencies, traveling, training, maintaining equipment, fundraising, or performing other authorized duties. The change aims to protect volunteers who risk injury while serving their communities.

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