This bill prohibits undocumented workers from accessing workers’ compensation benefits and further protects employers from liability in the harm, injury, or death of an undocumented employee.

Jurisdiction/Legislation Level

State

LCS Legislation Status

http://lsc.state.oh.us/coderev/sen129.nsf/Senate+Bill+Number/0323?OpenDo...

Our Take on This Bill

The ACLU of Ohio opposes efforts to erode legal protections and rights, including those of undocumented workers. SB 323 severely limits the ability of workers to seek justice based on immigration status, and makes the law protect people unequally.

Bill Status

Testimony on 11/27/2012

Committees

Insurance / Commerce / Labor (S)

Sponsors

Sen. Balderson (R), Sen. Jordan (R), Sen. Schaffer (R)

Authors

Sen. Seitz (R)

Status

Failed

Bill number

SB 323