The bill amends several sections of the Revised Code to enhance the accessibility of labor law information for employees by allowing employers to post certain notices online. This includes lists of employed minors and summaries of labor law sections, which must be made available both on the premises and on the internet. Additionally, the Director of Commerce is required to provide summaries of relevant labor laws on the department's website, and employers must supply these summaries upon request. The bill also introduces provisions for posting notices related to workers' compensation and chemical testing requirements online, reflecting a modern approach to disseminating important information about employee rights and responsibilities.

In terms of workers' compensation, the bill outlines the responsibilities of employers and the rights of employees regarding claims for compensation and benefits. It specifies that if an employer pays premiums into the state insurance fund, the administrator will not charge the collected compensation or benefits to the employer's experience. Furthermore, employees covered under another state's workers' compensation laws are not entitled to benefits under Ohio's laws for injuries occurring while temporarily in the state. The bill also requires employees to sign an election form to waive their rights to file for benefits under other states' laws if they opt for compensation under Ohio's system. Additionally, it mandates that employers post notices about workers' compensation coverage online and emphasizes the need for public employers to maintain accurate records of employee exposure to hazardous materials. The bill repeals several existing sections of the Revised Code to streamline the legal framework surrounding workers' compensation in Ohio.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 4109.08, 4111.09, 4112.07, 4115.07, 4123.54, 4123.83, 4167.11
As Reported By House Committee: 4109.08, 4111.09, 4112.07, 4115.07, 4123.54, 4123.83, 4167.11
As Passed By House: 4109.08, 4111.09, 4112.07, 4115.07, 4123.54, 4123.83, 4167.11