Summary
Extends and increases funding for a national list that tracks cancer among firefighters to better understand the disease in this group.
What problem does this solve?
The original funding for a special list to track cancer in firefighters was about to run out, stopping important research. This law provides more money for the next five years so the government can keep studying why firefighters get cancer.
Who does this affect?
- Firefighters
- Public health researchers
What does this law do?
Increases and extends funding for the cancer registry
Authorizes $5.5 million per year from 2024 through 2028 to continue the national firefighter cancer registry, more than doubling the previous funding amount.
What is the real world impact?
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Supports firefighter health and safety
Provides continued funding to study the high rates of cancer among firefighters. This research helps find ways to protect them from job-related dangers that cause cancer.
When does this start?
The new funding levels are authorized for the fiscal years 2024 through 2028.