HB 1479 - DIGEST

(AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 3/09/01)

     Provides that a one hundred fifty thousand dollar death benefit shall be paid to the member's estate, or such person or persons, trust or organization as the member has nominated by written designation duly executed and filed with the department.

     Declares that the benefit under this act shall be paid only where death occurs as a result of injuries sustained in the course of employment