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Military Firefighters Protection: Easier Access to Health Benefits for Veterans

This act simplifies access to health benefits for military firefighter veterans by presuming certain diseases are service-connected. This means veterans with specified conditions will not need to prove the link between their illness and service, speeding up access to aid.
Key points
Establishes a presumption of service connection for 16 specific diseases (e.g., heart, lung, various cancers) in veteran firefighters.
Applies to veterans trained in fire suppression who served at least five years in a firefighting or damage control role.
The disease must manifest within 15 years of separation from service and result in a disability of 10% or more.
Simplifies the claims process for affected veterans, removing the need for lengthy proof of service connection.
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Print number: 117_HR_2111
Sponsor: Rep. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7]
Process start date: 2021-03-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Michael Lecik Military Firefighters Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2111.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a presumption of service connection for 16 specific diseases (e.g., heart, lung, various cancers) in veteran firefighters.
  • Applies to veterans trained in fire suppression who served at least five years in a firefighting or damage control role.
  • The disease must manifest within 15 years of separation from service and result in a disability of 10% or more.
  • Simplifies the claims process for affected veterans, removing the need for lengthy proof of service connection.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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