Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022

Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022

This bill allows certain individuals to sue and recover damages for harm from exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina between August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987.

This action is available only to individuals who were exposed to contaminated water for at least 30 days.

The bill prohibits the U.S. government from asserting specified immunity from litigation in response to such a lawsuit.

The bill also prohibits an individual who brings such an action from bringing a separate tort action against the United States based on the same harm.

Bill 117 HR 6482, also known as the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022, aims to provide justice and support for individuals who were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, a United States Marine Corps base in North Carolina, between the years of 1953 and 1987. The bill seeks to address the health issues that have arisen as a result of this exposure, including various forms of cancer, neurological disorders, and other serious illnesses.

The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 would establish a program within the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide medical care and services to individuals who were stationed at Camp Lejeune during the specified time period and have been diagnosed with a covered illness. The bill would also require the Department of Defense to provide notification to individuals who may have been exposed to contaminated water at the base and to conduct outreach efforts to ensure that affected individuals are aware of the available benefits and services.

Additionally, the bill would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to conduct research on the health effects of exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune and to report its findings to Congress. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that individuals who were exposed to contaminated water at the base are able to access the care and support they need, including provisions for disability compensation and other benefits. Overall, the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 seeks to provide justice and support for individuals who have suffered as a result of their exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, and to ensure that they receive the care and services they need to address their health issues.