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Federal Firefighter Cancer Detection and Prevention Act of 2023
12/7/2023, 10:00 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2852
Bill 118 hr 2852, also known as the Federal Firefighter Cancer Detection and Prevention Act of 2023, aims to address the increased risk of cancer among firefighters by providing resources for early detection and prevention. The bill recognizes that firefighters are exposed to harmful toxins and carcinogens while on duty, putting them at a higher risk for developing cancer.
The key provisions of the bill include establishing a grant program to fund cancer screenings for firefighters, as well as research into the link between firefighting and cancer. The bill also requires the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to develop guidelines for reducing firefighters' exposure to cancer-causing agents.
Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a national firefighter cancer registry to track and monitor cancer rates among firefighters. This registry will help researchers better understand the impact of firefighting on cancer risk and develop strategies for prevention. Overall, the Federal Firefighter Cancer Detection and Prevention Act of 2023 aims to support the health and well-being of firefighters by providing them with the resources and tools they need to detect and prevent cancer. By addressing this important issue, the bill seeks to improve the overall health and safety of the firefighting community.
The key provisions of the bill include establishing a grant program to fund cancer screenings for firefighters, as well as research into the link between firefighting and cancer. The bill also requires the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to develop guidelines for reducing firefighters' exposure to cancer-causing agents.
Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a national firefighter cancer registry to track and monitor cancer rates among firefighters. This registry will help researchers better understand the impact of firefighting on cancer risk and develop strategies for prevention. Overall, the Federal Firefighter Cancer Detection and Prevention Act of 2023 aims to support the health and well-being of firefighters by providing them with the resources and tools they need to detect and prevent cancer. By addressing this important issue, the bill seeks to improve the overall health and safety of the firefighting community.
Congressional Summary of HR 2852
Federal Firefighter Cancer Detection and Prevention Act of 2023
This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to provide its firefighters with medical testing and related services to detect, document, and prevent certain cancers. DOD firefighters may opt out of such testing or services.
DOD must document certain information related to the offered testing and services, but must ensure personally identifiable information is removed prior to analyzing the information.
DOD may share data with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to increase the knowledge and understanding of cancer occurrences among firefighters.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2852
Bill HR 2852 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 25, 2023. Bill HR 2852 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 25, 2023. Bill HR 2852's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of April 25, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2852
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2852
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2852
Federal Firefighter Cancer Detection and Prevention Act of 2023
Federal Firefighter Cancer Detection and Prevention Act of 2023
To require the Secretary of Defense to provide to firefighters of the Department of Defense medical testing and related services to detect and prevent certain cancers.
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