Texas Nonsubscribers And Responsible Nonsubscription

02/01/2012 -- NEW RESEARCH ON THE IMPACT OF AGEING ON WORKERS' COMPENSATION
There is widespread concern about the potential adverse impact on workers compensation loss costs as the “baby boomers” postpone retirement and accelerate the aging of the workforce.

02/01/2012 -- HOUSTON TAKES TOP SPOT FOR MANUFACTURING JOBS
According to Manufacturers’ News, Houston takes the top spot for industrial employment with 235,038 manufacturing jobs, up 2.9% over last year. New York ranks second with 140,952 jobs, up 1.3%

01/31/2012 -- TOP 5 WORKPLACE INJURY CAUSES MAKE UP UP 72% OF DIRECT WORKERS' COMPENSATION COSTS
Business Insurance - The five leading causes of workplace injuries drive nearly 72% of the nation's direct workers compensation costs, according to research released Tuesday.

11/30/2011 -- EMPLOYERS LIABLE FOR COMMERCIAL DRIVER CELL PHONE USE UNDER NEW FEDERAL REG'S
EmployerBrief - The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today announced a final rule specifically prohibiting interstate truck and bus drivers from using hand-held cell phones while operating their vehicles. Businesses are subject to a penalty of $11,000 for allowing their drivers to use hand-held cell phones while driving.

11/30/2011 -- THE BEST STATES FOR JOBS
Forbes - Texas leads the way when it comes to states that will add the most jobs over the next five years on a percentage basis. Total employment in Texas is forecasted to expand 2.9% annually through 2015 according to research firm Moody’s Analytics. That represents 1.6 million new net jobs for the state over five years.

02/02/2012 -- TXANS ANNOUNCES 22nd ANNUAL NONSUBSCRIBER CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION
TXANS conference, scheduled for March 21-22, 2012 in Austin Texas, will focus on responsible options for Texas employers that operate without workers’ compensation insurance coverage.

01/25/2012 -- REQUIRED OSHA SUMMARY MUST BE POSTED BY FEBRUARY 1
Employers must post OSHA's Form 300A-Summary of Job-Related Injuries and Illnesses by February 1, 2012.

04/11/2011 -- HUNDREDS ATTEND TXANS 21st ANNUAL NONSUBSCRIBER CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION™
TXANS 21st Annual Nonsubscriber Conference & Exhibition continued its successful reign bringing hundreds of Texas nonsubscribers together for two days of informative programs, idea sharing and valuable networking.

02/11/2011 -- OSHA ANNUAL SUMMARY AND REVISED NONSUBSCRIBER FORMS
February 1st is the deadline for a couple of filing requirements that relate to your nonsubscriber injury benefit program.

01/14/2011 -- TEXAS LEGISLATURE CONVENES
The 82nd Legislature convened at noon today in Austin and as lawmakers gear up for the 140 day legislative session, growing transportation needs, immigration, redistricting and huge shortfalls in the state budget should prove to be some of the more pressing issues. State Comptroller Susan Combs released preliminary numbers this week estimating a budget deficit of at least $27 billion dollars.