HR 7788
Firefighter PFAS Injury Compensation Act of 2024
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Bill overview
This bill, the Firefighter PFAS Injury Compensation Act of 2024, establishes a program to provide compensation to firefighters who have suffered physical injury or death due to PFAS-related health conditions. It creates a Firefighter PFAS Injury Compensation Program, funded through excise taxes on PFAS manufacturers and litigation, and outlines a process for submitting and reviewing claims. The program aims to provide a no-fault system for compensation, ensuring firefighters don't need to prove negligence to receive benefits.
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