An Act relative to disability or death caused by infectious diseases, presumption
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to establish a presumption that certain disabilities or deaths were caused by infectious diseases, specifically when those diseases were contracted during active service. It seeks to streamline the process for determining causation in cases involving public safety personnel who contracted infectious diseases while on duty. The legislation intends to provide clarity and support for families affected by these illnesses.
Key provisions
- Establishes a presumption of disability or death caused by infectious diseases for public safety personnel.
- Applies to infectious diseases contracted during active duty.
- Aims to simplify the determination of causation in relevant cases.
- Specifically addresses illnesses contracted while performing public safety duties.
Who is affected
- Public safety personnel
- Families of public safety personnel who experience disability or death due to infectious diseases
Notable changes
- Creates a presumption of causation, potentially reducing the burden of proof for families.
- Focuses on illnesses contracted during active duty, clarifying the scope of the presumption.
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Sponsors
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16 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
James K. Hawkins
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