Several New York lawmakers have reintroduced legislation on Capitol Hill aimed at providing treatment for thousands of first responders who were exposed to toxins during the September 11th attacks.

If passed, the 9/11 Health and Compensation Act would offer compensation for monetary losses due to illnesses or injuries caused by the attacks at the World Trade Center.

President Barack Obama has already signalled support for the bill and is expected to have strong bipartisan backing.

The measure was originally introduced last fall, but the economic crisis caused it to be delayed.