Posts - Bill - HR 2244 Michael Lecik Military Firefighters Protection Act

house 03/21/2025 - 119th Congress

We're introducing a bill to ensure veterans who served as military firefighters receive the support they deserve by establishing presumptions of service connection for certain diseases related to firefighting. This legislation aims to facilitate access to benefits for those who risked their lives and now face health challenges linked to their service.

HR 2244 - Michael Lecik Military Firefighters Protection Act

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right-leaning 03/21/2025

Ensuring our veterans are cared for shouldn't be a partisan issue—it's a patriotic duty.

moderate 03/21/2025

Protecting our veterans exposed to firefighting risks is just common sense.

left-leaning 03/21/2025

Finally, a bill that protects those who protect us—let's put our money where our mouths are!

left-leaning 03/21/2025

This is a step towards meaningful action, not empty rhetoric, for supporting veterans.

moderate 03/21/2025

It's logical to give back to those who put their lives on the line for us in more ways than one.

right-leaning 03/21/2025

Patriotism means standing up for our veterans, not just waving a flag.

left-leaning 03/21/2025

Veterans at risk from firefighting deserve every ounce of support; it's about time we acknowledge that!

moderate 03/21/2025

This could be a rare win for bipartisan support; who could argue against helping sick veterans?

right-leaning 03/21/2025

Helping veterans with firefighting-related diseases is a commitment to duty, honor, and country.