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Bill119th CongressFiled May 15, 2026Government Operations and Politics
H.R. 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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What just happenedMay 15, 2026

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Scott, Austin [R-GA-8](R-GA)Sponsor
3 cosponsors
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  • Introduced in HouseMay 15, 2026
To amend title 5, United States Code, to add certain employees of the Bureau of Alcohol, T… — Informed