Board hears update on firefighter cancer bill changes and potential member impacts

Mar 9, 2026

A legislative update described a firefighter cancer bill and proposed amendments that expand diagnosis windows and modify eligibility; staff advised members on where to seek representation and documentation procedures for claims.

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Board counsel provided a legislative update on recently enacted firefighter cancer legislation and a proposed amendment that would extend certain diagnosis timeframes.

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