On Mar. 14, IDA LEG enacted bill on hearing notices requirements.
IDA LEG enacted bill HB 66 on workers' compensation service of notices of hearings.
Amends IDA LEG 72-713 relating to workers' compensation commission procedures.
Bill Provisions
Requires at least 10 days' written notice of time, place of hearing, issue to be heard.
Eliminates requirement that notice must be served on the parties by certified mail.
Allows for service of notice made by regular mail, fax, or email for represented parties.
Self-represented claimants, also known as pro se claimants, will continue to receive notices of hearing by certified mail unless they choose to opt into electronic delivery.
Legislative History
On Jan. 28, 2025, bill was introduced in House; on Feb. 17, 2025, bill passed House.
On Feb. 18, 2025, bill was introduced in Senate; on Mar. 10, 2025, bill passed Senate.
On Mar. 14, 2025, bill was signed into law by the governor and assigned Chapter 68.
Effectiveness
Bill declares that an emergency exists, therefore bill will become effective Jul. 1, 2025.
Regulators
IDA LEG
Entity Types
Corp
Reference
Ch. 68, Bill HB66, 3/14/2025; Citation: IDA LEG 72-713;
