To authorize compensation to individuals, organizations, and companies impacted by the Gold King Mine wastewater spill of 2015, and for other purposes.

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Explore the details of House Bill 1315 To authorize compensation to individuals, organizations, and companies impacted by the Gold King Mine wastewater spill of 2015, and for other purposes. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/14/2025, 9:35 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1315

Bill 119 HR 1315, also known as the Gold King Mine Compensation Act, aims to provide compensation to individuals, organizations, and companies affected by the Gold King Mine wastewater spill that occurred in 2015. The spill, which released millions of gallons of toxic wastewater into the Animas River in Colorado, caused significant environmental damage and economic losses to the surrounding communities.

The bill authorizes the allocation of funds to compensate those who suffered financial losses as a result of the spill, including property damage, loss of income, and other related expenses. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for funding environmental remediation efforts to clean up the contaminated areas and restore the affected ecosystems.

In addition to providing compensation for those impacted by the spill, the bill also addresses other related issues, such as improving oversight and regulation of mining activities to prevent future environmental disasters. It aims to hold accountable those responsible for the spill and ensure that proper measures are in place to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. Overall, the Gold King Mine Compensation Act seeks to provide justice and support to those affected by the 2015 spill, while also working towards preventing similar environmental disasters in the future.

Current Status of Bill HR 1315

Bill HR 1315 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 13, 2025. Bill HR 1315 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 13, 2025. Bill HR 1315's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of February 13, 2025

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To authorize compensation to individuals, organizations, and companies impacted by the Gold King Mine wastewater spill of 2015, and for other purposes.