Support for 9/11 First Responders

Tom presented a resolution to Council on Wednesday to help public safety and fire fighters who rushed to the emergency effort after 9/11. The James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act would provide long-term health care and compensation for police officers, firefighters and other 9/11 first responders across the nation who have become sick after working at Ground Zero.
The measure, which was defeated in Congress in July, was given new consideration after President Obama released a statement of support. Named after a fallen NYPD officer who died of health complications after 9/11, the bill will be sent back to the floor next month.
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