Bill > HB06644

This bill amends existing Connecticut law to allow paid or volunteer firefighters to obtain an additional set of turnout gear (protective clothing) that is free of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), a group of potentially harmful chemicals linked to cancer, under specific medical circumstances. Specifically, firefighters can request this additional PFAS-free gear if they have been diagnosed with cancer, have a predisposition to cancer, or are determined by a physician to have a higher than average cancer risk based on their family medical history or genetic testing results. The purpose of the bill is to provide an important health protection mechanism for firefighters, who are known to have increased exposure to carcinogenic substances through their work, by giving them access to protective equipment that minimizes their potential chemical exposure. By offering this additional set of turnout gear as a reasonable accommodation, the bill aims to support firefighters' health and reduce their long-term cancer risks.

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