DOL Seeks Input on War Injury Claim Forms Overhaul
Published Date: 3/16/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Labor is asking for public feedback on forms used to handle claims and payments for workers hurt by war-related dangers. This update aims to make filing claims easier and speed up reimbursements for insurance companies and injured workers. Comments are open until April 15, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in!
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Reimbursement Form for War-Risk Claims
If you are an insurance carrier or a self-insured business, OWCP Form CA-278 lets you request reimbursement from the Employees' Compensation Fund for benefits you paid to workers injured by a war-risk hazard. The collection has OMB Control Number 1240-0006; DOL estimates 14 respondents, 2,528 responses, 1,264 annual hours of burden, and $5,840 in annual other costs, and seeks PRA authorization for three (3) years.
Simplified Claim Form for Injured Workers
The WH-1 form (Notice of Injury or Disease and Claim for Benefits under the War Hazards Compensation Act) is used by beneficiaries to file initial claims under the War Hazards Compensation Act and is intended to simplify filing and gather required information to expedite claim decisions and reimbursements. The Department notes the information collection is part of OMB Control Number 1240-0006 and is proposed for a three (3)-year PRA authorization.
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