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Bill > H0661
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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to add cancers of the larynx, pharynx, and trachea to the cancers for which a firefighter may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation. This bill also proposes to delete the requirement that a firefighter be under 65 years of age for a cancer to be presumed to have occurred in the line of duty.
AI Summary
This bill expands workers' compensation coverage for firefighters by including cancers of the larynx, pharynx, and trachea to the list of conditions presumed to be work-related, meaning firefighters diagnosed with these cancers will be eligible for benefits without needing to prove a direct link to their job, unless evidence shows otherwise. Additionally, it removes the age restriction that previously required firefighters to be under 65 years old for their cancer to be presumed to have occurred in the line of duty, making coverage more accessible to older firefighters. The bill also specifies that this expanded coverage will take effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Rep. Mihaly of Calais moved that the Committee on General and Housing be relieved of the bill and that the same be committed to the Committee on Commerce and Economic Development, which was agreed to (on 01/21/2026)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.661 |
| BillText | https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2026/Docs/BILLS/H-0661/H-0661%20As%20Introduced.pdf |
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