Plain English Breakdown
The provided text confirms the bill passed both chambers but does not confirm if it has been signed into law or its effective date.
Firefighter Health and Environmental Safety Act
This bill amends state laws to create a Firefighter Health Advisory Council, establish the Firefighter PFAS Initiative, require reporting on firefighter health, and repeal conflicting laws.
What This Bill Does
- Amends Titles 12, 25, and 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated regarding conservation, fire safety, and insurance to provide greater health protections for firefighters.
- Creates the Firefighter Health Advisory Council and establishes its powers.
- Provides for the establishment and purpose of the Firefighter PFAS Initiative.
- Requires reporting on firefighter health matters.
- Repeals laws that conflict with this act.
Who It Names or Affects
- Firefighters in Georgia
- State agencies managing conservation, fire safety, and insurance
Terms To Know
- Firefighter Health Advisory Council
- A new council created by this act to advise on firefighter health matters.
- Firefighter PFAS Initiative
- An initiative established by this act with a specific purpose related to firefighters and PFAS chemicals.
Limits and Unknowns
- The official summary does not list the specific powers of the council or the detailed goals of the PFAS Initiative.
- The exact date when this law takes effect is not provided in the source material.
- Details about how often reports must be submitted are not included.