Vermont H0661 expands workers’ compensation coverage for firefighters diagnosed with certain cancers.

Vermont H0661 amends workers’ compensation laws to cover firefighters diagnosed with specific cancers, including leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and others. It presumes these cancers are work-related unless proven otherwise. Firefighters under 65 years old with these cancers are eligible for benefits if diagnosed within 10 years of their last employment. The bill recommends fire departments maintain incident reports and offer annual cancer screenings. It takes effect on July 1, 2026, for firefighters meeting certain criteria.

Vermont H0661 expands workers’ compensation coverage for firefighters diagnosed with certain cancers.

Vermont H0661 amends workers’ compensation laws to cover firefighters diagnosed with specific cancers, including leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and others. It presumes these cancers are work-related unless proven otherwise. Firefighters under 65 years old with these cancers are eligible for benefits if diagnosed within 10 years of their last employment. The bill recommends fire departments maintain incident reports and offer annual cancer screenings. It takes effect on July 1, 2026, for firefighters meeting certain criteria.