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NJ S3405

NJ S3405
Mandates access to periodic cancer screening examinations for volunteer firefighters.


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Introduced
12/19/2022
In Committee
02/09/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Mandates access to periodic cancer screening examinations for volunteer firefighters.

AI Summary

This bill mandates access to periodic cancer screening examinations for volunteer firefighters in New Jersey. It requires that volunteer firefighters be allowed to be reimbursed for cancer screening examinations, including screening for various types of cancer, every three years after the start of their service. The bill also establishes a reimbursement process, with a cap of $1,250 per three-year period, and specifies that there shall be no copayment, deductible, or other out-of-pocket expense for these examinations. The bill also proposes changes to the allocation of funds from a tax on fire insurance premiums to support the reimbursement program.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 02/09/2023)

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