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Panel clears technical fix to clarify "throat cancer" definition in occupational cancer presumption for firefighters
2153040 · January 27, 2025
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Summary
Subcommittee voted 7–0 to report HB 1933, which defines throat cancer for Line of Duty Act/worker's compensation purposes to include cancers of the pharynx, larynx, adenoid tonsils and related tissues, to reduce denials based on inconsistent terminology.
Delegate Boling (presenting staff) said HB 1933 would clarify the statutory definition of "throat cancer" in the occupational-cancer presumption that applies to firefighters and certain other covered workers.
Jennifer Pike of the Virginia Professional Firefighters said some claims have been denied because medical…
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