Legislative Issues
ASIA GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
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The effect
of government on a self-insured employer’s workers’ compensation program
is the primary concern of ASIA. It is ASIA’s mission to represent and
speak for the interests of our members while closely watching the making
of laws and rules in Arizona.
ASIA employs a year-round lobbyist prepared to address issues which
arise at a moment’s notice that may negatively impact members. ASIA’s
Government Affairs Committee is comprised of representatives of some of
the largest employers in Arizona.
Recently, ASIA was successful in barring an expansion of benefits for
occupational blood-borne pathogen exposures. We were also there when
claim settlements were in jeopardy to see that the flexibility was
maintained for employer and injured worker negotiations. This year,
removing the cap on benefits is the subject of a bill currently in the
legislature and ASIA is hard at work to make sure that any change in
benefit levels is well thought-out and serves the interests of all
parties.
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GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
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Committee
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| Patricia McPherson |
Diane Miner |
Beth Rau |
Gayle Siewert |
| City of Glendale |
Banner Health |
Fry's Food & Drug |
Salt River Project |
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Shelly Shaffer |
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Arizona Public Service |
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