Firefighter Cancer Prevention: New Grants for Early Testing
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The FIRE Cancer Act of 2026 seeks to expand the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program to include multi-cancer early detection (MCED) testing. The legislation authorizes $700 million in dedicated funding and sets a maximum expenditure of $1,750 per individual preventative test.
Lawmakers introduced the FIRE Cancer Act to provide federal grants for firefighter health screenings. While the bill enjoys bipartisan support, sponsors criticized recent administrative cuts to the National Firefighter Cancer Registry, arguing the $700 million investment is a necessary reversal.
The FIRE Cancer Act of 2026 would allow local fire departments to apply for federal grants specifically for cancer prevention. The bill caps the cost of each screening at $1,750, aiming to protect first responders from the toxic carcinogens they encounter on the job.
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
FIRE Cancer Act of 2026
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