United States · 119th Congress
HR 8863
To amend title 5, United States Code, to add certain employees of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to the definition of employees in fire protection activities for the purpose of compensation for certain illnesses and diseases deemed to be proximately caused by employment in fire protection activities.
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HR 8863 proposes to amend title 5 of the United States Code to include certain employees of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives in the definition of employees engaged in fire protection activities. This change would allow these employees to receive compensation for specific illnesses and diseases deemed proximately caused by their employment in such activities. The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Latest action
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. May 15, 2026
Sponsors
- Austin Scott Republican lead
- Austin Scott Republican lead