Texas comp bill would expand PTSD eligibility

Texas lawmakers are considering legislation that would expand the state’s post-traumatic stress disorder workers compensation presumption to first responders working at colleges and universities.

H.B. 1667, introduced Wednesday, would amend state law to allow first responders working at an “institution of higher education” to apply for benefits if they are diagnosed with PTSD.

The bill would also make small changes concerning emergency medical technicians, allowing benefits for “advanced” personnel.