The bill amends sections 45-19.1-3 and 45-19.1-4 of the General Laws concerning "Cancer Benefits for Fire Fighters." It establishes that all firefighters employed by any municipality are entitled to receive occupational cancer disability benefits if they are unable to perform their duties due to a disabling occupational cancer developed during their service. The provisions apply regardless of any conflicting municipal laws, charters, or ordinances.

Additionally, the bill introduces a conclusive presumption that any type of cancer found in a firefighter is considered an occupational cancer, with specific exceptions for firefighters hired after July 22, 2020. These exceptions include cases where a physical examination at hiring revealed cancer, if the firefighter has less than two years of service, or if they have used tobacco products habitually in the five years prior to a cancer diagnosis. The act will take effect upon passage.