Radiation Exposure Compensation Act Amendments of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-03-11T15:57:50Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4426 Radiation Exposure Compensation Act Amendments of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Labor and Employment. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/11/2024, 3:57 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4426

Bill 118 HR 4426, also known as the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act Amendments of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to amend the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) to expand eligibility for compensation for individuals who were exposed to radiation as a result of nuclear testing or uranium mining during the Cold War era.

The bill seeks to extend the eligibility period for compensation to include individuals who were exposed to radiation between the years of 1945 and 1992, as opposed to the current eligibility period which only covers exposure between 1945 and 1971. This expansion would allow more individuals who were affected by radiation exposure during this time period to receive compensation for their medical expenses and suffering.

Additionally, the bill proposes to increase the maximum amount of compensation available to eligible individuals from $150,000 to $250,000. This increase in compensation aims to better reflect the medical costs and hardships faced by individuals who have suffered as a result of radiation exposure. Overall, the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act Amendments of 2023 seeks to provide greater support and compensation to individuals who have been affected by radiation exposure due to nuclear testing and uranium mining activities. The bill aims to expand eligibility and increase compensation amounts to better assist those who have suffered as a result of these activities.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4426

Bill HR 4426 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 30, 2023. Bill HR 4426 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 30, 2023. Bill HR 4426's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials. as of July 7, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4426

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Labor and Employment

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Administrative law and regulatory proceduresArizonaCancerCivil actions and liabilityColoradoDepartment of JusticeDigestive and metabolic diseasesEducation programs fundingEnvironmental healthGovernment information and archivesGovernment liabilityGovernment trust fundsGuamHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth care costs and insuranceHigher educationIdahoMedical researchMilitary historyMiningMontanaNevadaNew MexicoNorth DakotaNuclear weaponsOregonPersonnel recordsPublic contracts and procurementRadiationResearch administration and fundingSouth DakotaTexasU.S. territories and protectoratesUtahWashington StateWorker safety and healthWyoming

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4426

Radiation Exposure Compensation Act Amendments of 2023Radiation Exposure Compensation Act Amendments of 2023To amend the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act to improve compensation for workers involved in uranium mining, and for other purposes.

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