The Characteristics of Zadroga Act and its Implications in Emergency Management Policy

Zadroga Act was named after the first New York City Police officer, James Zadroga, to pass away due to toxic chemical exposure at Ground Zero. Zadroga Act has paved the way for many policy makers and lawmakers who are looking for guidance as to how to deal with the both the public and people who serve the public in disaster and emergency situations by expanding compensation and medical support to the on-spot rescuers due to their second aftereffect through the creation of the Zadroga Act. However, despite of problems (the burden of proof, meticulous addition a medical condition to the List without obligation, and financial concerns), Zadroga Act is still meaningful to research in terms of that public care the people who serve the public in disaster and emergency situations.