Originally published: . Volume 13, No. 3. Source pages: 8.
Representative Frieman has introduced HB 56 repeals provisions regarding the creation and composition of the Workers' Compensation Advisory Council.
The present law provides that the Workers' Compensation Advisory Council is created within the Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC). The council shall consist of 17 members. One member is a representative of the La. Psychological Association. HB 156 repeals present law.
The present law provides that to the extent practicable, every organization or entity that provides nominations to the council shall strive for diversity in its appointments on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, and geography.
The current law also provides that the council shall monitor and, at least 30 days prior to the convening of the regular session of the legislature, report to the governor and the legislature on the implementation and administration of present law and make specific recommendations.
Present law provides that the council shall review and make recommendations to the governor, through LWC, on any proposed rules affecting the administration or resolution of claims provided for in present law.
Among other provisions, present law provides that no member of the council acting within the scope of his official functions and duties shall be held individually liable for a policy recommendation or policy action by the council, unless damage or injury is caused by the member's willful or wanton misconduct.
Present law provides that the Workers' Compensation Advisory Council is transferred to and shall be within LWC.
The proposed law repeals present law.
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