MI HB4171

Extends occupational cancer presumption coverage to forest fire officers and fire/crash rescue officers effective January 1, 2022, who have 60 months or more of active service and are exposed to fire suppression, rescue, or emergency medical services hazards.

Creates the first responder presumed coverage fund as a separate state treasury fund to pay cancer-related claims for eligible firefighters and first responders, funded from any available sources.

Establishes that certain respiratory tract, bladder, skin, brain, kidney, blood, thyroid, testicular, prostate, and lymphatic cancers are presumed work-related for covered first responders unless rebutted by evidence of substantial tobacco use within 10 years before injury.

Requires the director to develop application, approval, and compliance processes for the fund; review and approve or deny claims within 30 days; and maintain fund standards and forms on the department website.

Mandates annual reporting to the state budget director and legislature on total claims received, claims approved with dollar amounts paid, and administration costs; requires March 31 reports estimating anticipated benefit costs and any funding shortfalls.