H.R. 3753 · 112th Congress
Fairness In Restrooms Existing in Stations Act
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Laura Richardson
- Introduced
- 2011-12-20
- Latest action
- 2012-01-12 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Technology and Innovation.
Summary
Fairness In Restrooms Existing in Stations Act or the FIRE Stations Act - Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) to: (1) make grants to enable fire stations to establish or upgrade restroom, shower, and changing facilities to create more equitable conditions for women firefighters; and (2) give priority to stations that have chemical facilities, refineries, and other high-risk industries within their jurisdiction.
Conditions grant eligibility on submission of an application that demonstrates that: (1) the station has a commitment to increasing the number of women firefighters, and (2) no grant funds will be used to displace personnel.