CDCFinal Rule
World Trade Center Health Program: Expanded Eligibility for Pentagon and Shanksville, PA Responders
HealthcareLabor & Workplace
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Summary
This regulation expands a government health program to cover more first responders who worked at the Pentagon and Shanksville, Pennsylvania after the September 11, 2001 attacks. It allows more of these responders to receive free medical monitoring and treatment for health problems related to their work that day.
Key Points
- 1More Pentagon and Shanksville responders can now enroll in the World Trade Center Health Program, which provides free medical care
- 2Eligible responders can receive ongoing health monitoring and treatment for illnesses believed to be caused by their exposure during the attacks
- 3This includes firefighters, police officers, construction workers, and other emergency personnel who were at these locations
- 4The program covers medical exams, screenings, and treatment without requiring responders to pay out of pocket
- 5Responders who believe they qualify should contact the program to apply for enrollment benefits
Key Dates
Published
May 27, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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