On the recordJune 8, 2022
Because, as you know, there is presumptive legislation in 49 out of 50 States for this disease and cancers that fire fighters get that are now known to be occupationally acquired.
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Carper highlights the lack of federal presumption for fire fighter health issues compared to state laws.
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