Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 2983: Modifies provisions relating to the payment of workers' compensation upon the death of an employee to allow payments to be made to family members when there are no dependents

In committee Last action May 15, 2026: Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Plain-language summary

HB 2983 is a bill introduced in the Missouri House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Modifies provisions relating to the payment of workers' compensation upon the death of an employee to allow payments to be made to family members when there are no dependents. Primary sponsor: Michael Burton (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 15, 2026): Referred: Emerging Issues(H).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Michael Burton (Democratic).