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 it does
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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
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- Introduced in HouseMay 15, 2026
- May 15, 2026IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Introduced in House
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Introduced in House