To amend title 5, United States Code, to add certain employees of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to the definition of employees in fire protection activities for the purpose of compensation for certain illnesses and diseases deemed to be proximately caused by employment in fire protection activities.

This bill seeks to amend title 5 of the United States Code regarding compensation for certain illnesses and diseases. It specifically targets employees within the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. The goal is to add specific roles to the definition of employees engaged in fire protection activities. This change would allow these workers to receive compensation for illnesses deemed to be caused by their employment. The amendments would apply to claims filed on or after the date the Act is enacted.