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TN SB0288
TN SB0288AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 7-51-201, relative to compensation paid to firefighters for certain conditions or injuries.
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Introduced
01/24/2025
01/24/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
03/17/2025
03/17/2025
Passed
04/23/2025
04/23/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/15/2025
05/15/2025
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As enacted, adds prostate cancer, breast cancer, and pancreatic cancer to the list of cancers for which a presumption is created that certain conditions or impairments of full-time firefighters caused by prostate cancer, breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, or other listed cancers arose out of employment unless the contrary is shown by competent medical evidence. - Amends TCA Section 7-51-201.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee law to expand workers' compensation protections for firefighters by adding prostate cancer, breast cancer, and pancreatic cancer to the list of cancers that are presumed to be work-related. Under the proposed legislation, if a full-time firefighter develops one of these cancers, it will be legally presumed that the condition arose from their employment, unless contrary medical evidence can be presented. To qualify for this presumption, firefighters must undergo a physical medical examination after July 1, 2025, which includes a cancer screening that shows no prior evidence of the specific cancer. This change aims to provide additional support and compensation for firefighters who may have been exposed to carcinogenic substances during their service, recognizing the potential health risks associated with their profession. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving time for implementation and preparation by relevant authorities and firefighting organizations.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (33)
Paul Bailey (R)*,
Raumesh Akbari (D),
Janice Bowling (R),
Richard Briggs (R),
Heidi Campbell (D),
Rusty Crowe (R),
Todd Gardenhire (R),
Ferrell Haile (R),
Robert Harshbarger (R),
Tom Hatcher (R),
Joey Hensley (R),
Ed Jackson (R),
Jack Johnson (R),
Sara Kyle (D),
London Lamar (D),
Adam Lowe (R),
Becky Massey (R),
Randy McNally (R),
Charlane Oliver (D),
Mark Pody (R),
Bill Powers (R),
Shane Reeves (R),
Kerry Roberts (R),
Paul Rose (R),
Jessie Seal (R),
Steve Southerland (R),
John Stevens (R),
Brent Taylor (R),
Page Walley (R),
Bo Watson (R),
Dawn White (R),
Ken Yager (R),
Jeff Yarbro (D),
Last Action
Effective date(s) 07/01/2025 (on 05/15/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0288&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/114/pub/pc0422.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - SB0288 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB0288.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB0288.pdf |
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