HB8863Introduced in the House
To amend title 5, United States Code, to add certain employees of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to the definition of employees in fire protection activities for the purpose of compensation for certain illnesses and diseases deemed to be proximately caused by employment in fire protection activities.
Introduced by Austin Scott, District GA-8
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Official description
To amend title 5, United States Code, to add certain employees of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to the definition of employees in fire protection activities for the purpose of compensation for certain illnesses and diseases deemed to be proximately caused by employment in fire protection activities.
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
May 15, 2026
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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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