The bill would require the Secretary of Defense to establish a Military Firefighters Compensation Fund within two years. The fund would compensate eligible current and former military firefighters, and some survivors, for disability or death from occupational illnesses linked to PFAS exposure while on duty. Firefighters who worked at certain military sites when PFAS was present would generally be considered exposed unless there is substantial evidence otherwise. The bill also provides for medical care and related transportation expenses.
Eligible firefighters could seek compensation and medical benefits through the program. If an eligible firefighter dies, certain family members could receive payment or file a claim on the firefighter’s behalf. Benefits would begin on the date a claim is submitted.
The bill authorizes whatever sums are necessary to carry out the program but does not state a specific amount.
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