S. 1918, The Christopher Kangas Fallen Firefighter Apprentice Act

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S. 1918 would amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to expand the definition of firefighter to include apprentices and trainees, regardless of age or duty limitations.

Detailed Summary

Christopher Kangas Fallen Firefighter Apprentice 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.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 8/1/2007: Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

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