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Military Firefighter Safety: Study on Training and Equipment Standards

This law requires the Department of Defense (DoD) to conduct a detailed study of the training and equipment used by military firefighter rapid intervention teams (RITs) at all DoD facilities. The goal is to standardize safety procedures and ensure that current resources are adequate, particularly at naval ports, thereby improving the safety of federal emergency responders. The study must also review past incidents to see if better resources could have prevented injuries or deaths.
Key points
Mandates a study to identify and standardize the training and equipment used by firefighter rapid intervention teams across all Department of Defense facilities.
Requires a specific assessment of RIT readiness at naval and port facilities to handle fires on various ships that dock there.
Review of firefighter injuries or fatalities over the last 10 years to determine if improved training or equipment could have prevented those incidents.
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Print number: 118_HR_9547
Sponsor: Rep. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11]
Process start date: 2024-09-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Military Firefighter Safety Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9547.

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 2024-09-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates a study to identify and standardize the training and equipment used by firefighter rapid intervention teams across all Department of Defense facilities.
  • Requires a specific assessment of RIT readiness at naval and port facilities to handle fires on various ships that dock there.
  • Review of firefighter injuries or fatalities over the last 10 years to determine if improved training or equipment could have prevented those incidents.
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. Sherrill, Mikie [D-NJ-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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