Bill > S04049

This bill amends the Volunteer Firefighters' Benefit Law to require that volunteer firefighters receive comprehensive cancer screenings at two key points: upon initially joining a fire department or fire company, and then annually thereafter. These full cancer screenings, which will be defined by the state's commissioner of health, will be completely funded by the state government. By mandating these screenings, the bill aims to support the health and early detection of potential cancer risks for volunteer firefighters, who may be exposed to various carcinogenic substances during their service. The legislation ensures that these critical medical examinations will be provided at no cost to the volunteer firefighters, potentially helping to identify health issues early and provide timely medical intervention.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4049