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Firefighter Support: Cancer Prevention Programs and Research

This act aims to improve firefighters' health by funding cancer prevention programs. It includes early cancer detection tests and the collection of anonymized data for research into disease causes. This will give firefighters better access to prevention, potentially impacting their safety and long-term health.
Key points
Availability of funds for firefighter cancer prevention programs, including early cancer detection tests.
A limit of $1,750 per early detection test funded by grants.
Authorization of $700 million for grants supporting cancer prevention programs.
Establishment of a voluntary program for sharing anonymized test results to identify cancer trends and causes in firefighters.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5212
Sponsor: Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
Process start date: 2023-08-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Firefighter Investments to Recognize Exposure to Cancer Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5212.

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 2023-08-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Availability of funds for firefighter cancer prevention programs, including early cancer detection tests.
  • A limit of $1,750 per early detection test funded by grants.
  • Authorization of $700 million for grants supporting cancer prevention programs.
  • Establishment of a voluntary program for sharing anonymized test results to identify cancer trends and causes in firefighters.
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. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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