Tell Olympia Workers' Comp Can't Wait

Tell Olympia Workers' Comp Can't Wait

Ask your lawmaker for a hearing on HB 2950

Our workers' compensation system needs reform.
An independent audit confirms that despite a 7.6 percent average rate increase in 2010, major part of our system stand a good chance of becoming insolvent in two years. Officials say a 33 percent increase is necessary to break even. Another independent report shows the financing of the system is not sustainable and without controlling costs, major rate increases on employers are likely in 2011 and beyond.

A bipartisan package of common-sense workers' comp reforms has been introduced to control costs without diminishing protection or care for injured workers. House Bill 2950 would lower the cost of the state's industrial insurance system by:

• Authorizing voluntary medical provider networks
• Allowing voluntary settlement agreements
• Changing the definition of occupational diseases to make sure it only covers conditions that are primarily work-related

Defenders of the status quo are determined to stop even these modest reforms and are blocking the bill from receiving a hearing in the House of Representatives this session.  Contact your legislators toll free today at 800.562.6000. Tell them we have a problem with our workers' compensation system and that we have a solution. Now we need a hearing.  If you need help identifying your particular legislators, click here .