On this 25th year since the World Trade Center was attacked and destroyed, Congress has recently passed a bill that assures long-term funding for the 9/11 World Trade Center Health Program. Read the latest information on the bill from 9/11 attorneys Barasch & McGarry. Click on the pdf link below:
While it has been only recently confirmed that the City knew of the dangers of the toxic air resulting from the attack, the DEA was the first organization to order an environmental review for the health and safety of our members, since our entire active membership was engaged in the rescue and recovery efforts at Ground Zero, Freshkills Landfill, and the Morgue. Consequently, the DEA demanded the Police Department institute measures for decontamination and personal protective equipment for our Detectives. Read the 2011 DEA magazine issue The Gold Shield recalling our fight to get safety measures instituted immediately after the attacks:
The DEA regrets to announce the death of Det. First Grade Matthew Santoro. “Matty” retired from the PD and DEA
