Background files on workers' compensation laws in other states B1312

Background files on workers' compensation laws in other states

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Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:

These are files of printed materials from 45 states and the District of Columbia. The Commission used the materials to assist in developing recommendations for legislative and regulatory changes in workers' compensation administration in New York State. The series consists mainly of printed workers' compensation statutes, rules, regulations, and procedures as well as annual reports from state agencies having workers' compensation responsibilities. There are also a few policy statements and correspondence further explaining compensation administration in some states.

Creator:

New York (State). Commission for Investigation of Workmen's Compensation Law Administration

Title:

Background files on workers' compensation laws in other states

Quantity:

1.5 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:

1937-1943

Series Number:

B1312

Arrangement

Alphabetical by name of state.

Scope and Content Note

The series resulted from a letter sent by the Commission to other states requesting copies of current workers' compensation statutes and any related surveys, reports, or other written materials.

The series consists mainly of printed workers' compensation statutes, rules, regulations, and procedures as well as annual reports from state agencies having workers' compensation responsibilities. There are also a few policy statements and correspondence further explaining compensation administration in some states.