To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a compensation fund for military firefighters exposed to PFAS.
HR 705 establishes a Military Firefighters Compensation Fund within two years of enactment to provide compensation for current and former military firefighters (including some contractors) who develop illnesses due to PFAS exposure during their duties. It presumes exposure occurred if they worked at military installations or National Guard facilities during periods when PFAS was present. Compensation covers disabilities or death from such illnesses, with payments prioritized to surviving spouses, then children, parents, and other relatives as specified. The fund also covers related medical benefits, transportation, and supplies for qualifying individuals.
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Introduced Jan 23, 2025
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
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Marilyn Strickland
DDemocratic
Co
Brian K. Fitzpatrick
RRepublican
Co
Joe Neguse
DDemocratic
Co
Michael Lawler
RRepublican
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