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Congress moves to address long-term health risks facing firefighters
Original: Firefighters face long-term risks ‘we can’t ignore anymore.’ Congress is trying to respond
Lawmakers are working on legislation aimed at protecting firefighters from long-term health risks, including exposure to toxic substances linked to cancer and other illnesses. The push, highlighted by Boise State Public Radio, frames the dangers as risks the country 'can't ignore anymore.' Firefighter unions and advocates have long sought federal recognition and support for occupational hazards that often only appear years after exposure.
Why now: Congressional attention to firefighter health hazards is drawing fresh public and media interest.
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- Firefighters face long-term risks ‘we can’t ignore anymore.’ Congress is trying to respond · Boise State Public Radio
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