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Congress·Reported·3 months ago

Workers' comp for federal employees can include nurse practitioners and physician assistants

Also known as: Improving Access to Workers’ Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act

Legislative Progress

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Key Points

  • Injured federal workers could get treatment and needed paperwork from nurse practitioners and physician assistants, not just doctors
  • This could cut wait times, especially in rural areas and busy clinics, so people get care and file claims faster
  • The change does not raise or lower benefits; it widens who can provide and document care under state rules
  • The Labor Department must set the detailed rules within six months after the law takes effect
  • Easier access may reduce costs and help people heal and return to work sooner
Labor EmploymentHealthcare

Milestones

4 milestones8 actions
Dec 4, 2025House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 343.

Dec 4, 2025House

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-394.

Dec 4, 2025

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-394.

Jun 25, 2025House

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 34 - 0.

Jun 25, 2025House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Improving Access to Workers’ Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act of 2025

Bill NumberHR 3170
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 343.

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Cosponsors

(17)
D: 7R: 10

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