Kenneth Meisel Public Servants’ Claimant Fairness Act

Senate Bill 2017 - Kenneth Meisel Public Servants’ Claimant Fairness Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 2017 Kenneth Meisel Public Servants’ Claimant Fairness Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/31/2022, 5:28 AM

Congressional Summary of S 2017

Kenneth Meisel Public Servants' Claimant Fairness Act

This bill requires the Department of Labor to revise regulations so as to allow at least 60 days (rather than at least 30 days) for a claimant to submit any additional evidence that is requested by the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs to support a federal workers' compensation claim.

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Current Status of Bill S 2017

Bill S 2017 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 10, 2021. Bill S 2017 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on June 10, 2021. Bill S 2017's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of June 10, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2017

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2017

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures

- Department of Labor

- Evidence and witnesses

- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management

- Worker safety and health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2017

A bill to increase the period of time during which an individual who has submitted a claim for benefits under chapter 81 of title 5, United States Code, may supply supporting documentation to the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs of the Department of Labor, and for other purposes.

Kenneth Meisel Public Servants’ Claimant Fairness Act