Nevada SB7 revises occupational disease provisions for police officers, firefighters, and arson investigators.

Nevada SB7 modifies existing law to expand the presumption that lung diseases in police officers, firefighters, and arson investigators are occupational diseases. The bill removes the requirement that these diseases must be caused by specific exposures like heat, smoke, or fumes. It also applies retroactively to claims filed before the bill's effective date, which is November 13, 2025. The bill mandates physical examinations for these workers, paid by employers, and outlines conditions under which these workers can receive compensation for lung diseases.

Nevada SB7 revises occupational disease provisions for police officers, firefighters, and arson investigators.

Nevada SB7 modifies existing law to expand the presumption that lung diseases in police officers, firefighters, and arson investigators are occupational diseases. The bill removes the requirement that these diseases must be caused by specific exposures like heat, smoke, or fumes. It also applies retroactively to claims filed before the bill's effective date, which is November 13, 2025. The bill mandates physical examinations for these workers, paid by employers, and outlines conditions under which these workers can receive compensation for lung diseases.