Bill > HB1639

This bill mandates a comprehensive study on the increased incidence of cancer among female firefighters in Texas, to be conducted by the Department of State Health Services in collaboration with the Texas Commission on Fire Protection. Using information from the state's cancer registry, the departments will compare cancer rates between female firefighters and other women, with a specific focus on women-specific cancers such as ovarian and breast cancer. By September 1, 2026, the Department of State Health Services is required to prepare and submit a written report to the legislature detailing the study's findings and any recommended legislative or administrative actions. The report must also be made publicly accessible by being posted on the agencies' respective websites. The study and its associated requirements will be in effect from September 1, 2025, until September 1, 2027, after which the act will expire. This research aims to better understand potential cancer risks specifically facing female firefighters and inform future policy decisions to protect their health.

Health and Social Services

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