House
Feb 9, 2009

Christopher Kangas Fallen Firefighter Fairness Act

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Christopher Kangas Fallen Firefighter Fairness Act - Amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to expand the definition of "firefighter" for purposes of death benefit provisions to include fire department members regardless of age, status as an apprentice or trainee, or related duty restrictions. Makes this Act applicable to deaths and injuries which occur on or after May 4, 2002.

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Introduced(1/9/09)
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Passed House
Passed Senate
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Mr. Sestak

(D) PA – 7

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Feb 9, 2009

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