Bill
HB 6639
Overview: HB 6639 - AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PILOT PROGRAM TO SCREEN PAID AND VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS FOR CANCERS COMMON TO FIREFIGHTERSStatus: REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Public Safety and
Overview: HB 6639 - AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PILOT PROGRAM TO SCREEN PAID AND VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS FOR CANCERS COMMON TO FIREFIGHTERS
Status: REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Public Safety and Security
Introduced: January 24, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to establish a pilot program to screen paid and volunteer firefighters for cancers commonly associated with firefighting. The program would provide early detection and prevention measures to address the elevated cancer risk faced by these public safety professionals.
Key Provisions:
- Creates a 3-year pilot program to screen firefighters for cancers such as lung, bladder, kidney, and testicular cancer
- Requires the Department of Public Health to administer the program and develop screening protocols
- Provides funding for the program, including coverage for medical tests and follow-up care
- Mandates participation by all paid and volunteer fire departments in the state
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Paid and volunteer firefighters would be required to undergo regular cancer screenings
- Fire departments would need to coordinate with the Department of Public Health to implement the program
- Early detection of cancers could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced treatment costs for firefighters
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Security for consideration
- If passed, the pilot program would be implemented over a 3-year period, with potential for expansion or continuation after the initial trial
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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