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HB 1757

An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in miscellaneous provisions relating to emergency management services, providing for firefighter cancer registry.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz and 12 co-sponsors

Overview: HB 1757, An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in miscellaneous provisions relating to emergency management services, pr

Referred to Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness
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Bill Summary · HB 1757

Overview: HB 1757, An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in miscellaneous provisions relating to emergency management services, providing for firefighter cancer registry, was referred to the Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness committee on July 23, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to establish a statewide firefighter cancer registry to collect and analyze data on cancer incidence among firefighters. The registry would help researchers and policymakers better understand the occupational health risks faced by firefighters and inform efforts to improve their safety and well-being.

Key Provisions:
- Requires the Department of Health to create and maintain a firefighter cancer registry
- Mandates the reporting of cancer diagnoses and related information by firefighters and fire departments
- Authorizes the Department to promulgate rules and regulations to govern the registry's operations
- Provides for the confidentiality and protection of the reported data

Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would primarily impact firefighters, fire departments, and the Department of Health. The firefighter cancer registry would help identify cancer trends, inform prevention and treatment strategies, and support research to improve the occupational health and safety of firefighters.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness committee and is currently awaiting further legislative action.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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