"Every time a firefighter goes into a fire, they are getting exposed to carcinogens and dangerous chemicals at a high rate," Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont said in a release. "This new law will let firefighters and their families know that we support them and we want them to have access to the benefits they need just as they would receive for any other occupational injury or illness." Credit: Gerard Koudenburg/Adode Stock
Connecticut has updated its laws to include a presumption for firefighters who develop cancer, according to the governor's office. The change will go into effect on October 1, 2023, and was enacted as part of the state's recently passed budget.
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