This bill proposes to amend section 23-901.01 of the Arizona Revised Statutes concerning workers' compensation for peace officers. The current law recognizes certain diseases, including brain, bladder, rectal, colon cancer, lymphoma, leukemia, and adenocarcinoma or mesothelioma of the respiratory tract, as occupational diseases presumed to arise from employment, leading to disability or death. The proposed update would add melanoma to the list of diseases recognized under this presumption. No other changes to the existing language are made, ensuring that the current definitions and provisions remain intact while expanding the scope of occupational diseases covered for peace officers.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 23-901.01