SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA – Yesterday, the Minnesota House of Representatives passed legislation delivering workers’ compensation benefits to health care and public safety workers who contract COVID-19 in the line of duty. In particular, the legislation provides a presumption that if these workers contract COVID, they did so during the course of their employment and are covered by workers’ compensation.
The legislation goes into effect for employees who contract COVID-19 on or after the day following final enactment.
“It’s easy to find the heroes in this pandemic,” said House Speaker Melissa Hortman. “Our first responders and health care workers are putting themselves on the front line of this battle every day. They need to know we have their backs. We are pleased we were able to come to a consensus on this important issue.” Continue reading “Minnesota House Approves COVID-19 Workers’ Compensation for Frontline Responders”