S. 2745In committeeSecurity & foreign affairs
DoD firefighters would get free cancer screenings
Data as of July 11, 2026
S 2745 requires the Dept. of Defense to offer free cancer screenings to its firefighters and track the results.35-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
This bill would require the Department of Defense to offer free cancer screenings to its firefighters. Covered tests include mammograms, colon cancer screenings, PSA tests, and screenings for any cancer the CDC has linked to higher rates in firefighters. Firefighters can opt out of any test.
Who does it affect?
This applies to military and civilian employees of the Department of Defense whose primary job is firefighting.
Why does it matter?
Requiring these screenings means firefighters in this workforce would have regular access to cancer detection at no personal cost. The Department of Defense would also be required to collect and analyze data on screening and results, and may share that data with the CDC.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- Senate committee — You are here
- Senate vote
- House
- President's desk
Right now: a Senate committee is reviewing it. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the President.
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Official title
Federal Firefighter Cancer Detection and Prevention Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- September 9, 2025
- Latest action:
- September 9, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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