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Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act of 2025

6/18/2025, 4:00 AM

Summary of Bill S 237

Bill 119 s 237, also known as the Public Safety Officer Benefits Improvement Act, aims to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide benefits for public safety officers who have been exposed to cancer-causing agents in the line of duty.

The bill recognizes that many public safety officers, such as police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians, are at an increased risk of developing cancer due to their exposure to hazardous materials and dangerous situations while on the job.

Under this legislation, public safety officers who develop cancer as a result of their work will be eligible for benefits to help cover medical expenses and provide financial support to them and their families. In addition to providing benefits for exposure-related cancers, the bill also includes provisions for improving the overall Public Safety Officer Benefits program to ensure that all eligible individuals receive the support they need. Overall, Bill 119 s 237 seeks to better protect and support the brave men and women who put their lives on the line to keep our communities safe.

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Current Status of Bill S 237

Bill S 237 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 23, 2025. Bill S 237 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 23, 2025.  Bill S 237's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 78. as of May 20, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 237

Total Number of Sponsors
14
Democrat Sponsors
14
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
242
Democrat Cosponsors
146
Republican Cosponsors
96
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 237

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Cancer
- Congressional oversight
- Disability assistance
- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
- Government information and archives
- Law enforcement officers
- Worker safety and health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 237

A bill to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers, and for other purposes.

Comments

Jalen Ford profile image

Jalen Ford

31,041

8 months ago

I'm thrilled to see this bill honoring our fallen heroes making its way through Congress. It's about time we show our respect and gratitude for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. I wonder if there are any provisions in the bill for additional support for the families of these heroes?

Wrenlee Singleton profile image

Wrenlee Singleton

30,846

1 year ago

This bill is so dumb, why should we pay for their cancers? What about us regular folks who get sick from exposure too? How will this affect us in the long run?

Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 237

Amy Klobuchar
Amy Klobuchar
MinnesotaDemocrat
Elizabeth Warren
Elizabeth Warren
MassachusettsDemocrat
Mark R. Warner
Mark R. Warner
VirginiaDemocrat
Sheldon Whitehouse
Sheldon Whitehouse
Rhode IslandDemocrat
Peter Welch
Peter Welch
VermontDemocrat
Ron Wyden
Ron Wyden
OregonDemocrat

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