Upcoming Events

The proposed rule changes primarily update the definition of “drug” to specifically include kratom. The proposal also makes some administrative changes for clarification.

The proposed changes to the Claims Handling Standards would clarify existing requirements for adjusting entities and claims adjusters. The amendments would clarify that adjuster-change notices, add a requirement for notification of closing a claim, and other administrative changes for clarification.

The State Prevailing Wage Commission meeting has been scheduled for Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 1:30 PM Central time in Nashville.

The State Unemployment Compensation Advisory Council (UCAC) meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, 2026, in Nashville. The meeting is 9-10:30 a.m. CST.

The Advisory Task Force on State Reimbursement Rates will meet virtually at 10 a.m. CST on Wednesday, November 18, 2026. The task force makes recommendations on annual adjustments to the reimbursement rates paid to agencies that perform healthcare functions and services in this state.

The Elevator & Amusement Device Safety Board will meet on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at 9:00 AM Central time in Nashville.

The Early Educator Workforce Development Resource Task Force will meet virtually on Monday, December 7, 2026, at 1 p.m. CST.

The Medical Advisory Committee assists the administrator in the development of the treatment guidelines and advises the administrator on issues relating to medical care in the workers’ compensation system. The committee is comprised of practitioners in the medical community having experience in the treatment of workers’ compensation injuries, representatives of the insurance industry, employer representatives, and employee representatives.