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PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. - Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a new bill to help enhance the state's commitment to the health and safety of its firefighters.

What is HB 929?

What we know:

DeSantis signed the new bill and delivered remarks at the 81st Annual Convention of the Florida Professional Firefighters on Thursday in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

The new bill, HB 929, updates the Florida Firefighters Occupational Safety and Health Act by expanding its scope to include occupational diseases and suicide prevention. The bill directs the Department of Financial Services’ Division of the State Fire Marshal to adopt clear rules to mitigate health risks, including mental health impacts and exposure to toxic substances.

Under the new law, fire departments must purchase

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