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.
Sponsored by Scott, Austin (Republican-GA-8) · House · Introduced May 15, 2026
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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)
This bill would expand federal health benefits for certain ATF (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives) employees by classifying them as fire protection workers. This would make them eligible for compensation if they develop specific illnesses or diseases considered job-related.
Legislative Status Timeline
Introduced
May 15, 2026
In Committee
May 15, 2026
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Presidential Action
Pending
Sponsor
Scott, Austin
Independent · GA-8
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