Statehouse — State Rep. Randy Frye (R-Greensburg) has co-authored legislation designed to reduce health risks for firefighters.
House Bill 1341 would spread awareness about the potential dangers hiding in this personal protective equipment and encourage the industry to bring PFAS-free gear to the market.
According to the CDC, firefighters have a nine-percent higher risk of being diagnosed with cancer and a 14 percent higher risk of dying from cancer.
House Bill 1341 unanimously passed the Indiana House of Representatives and heads to the Senate for further consideration.
