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Improving Black Lung Benefits and Claims Process for Miners

This act aims to streamline the process for miners with black lung disease and their families to claim benefits. It introduces changes to facilitate access to medical and financial aid and speed up claim processing.
Key points
Easier access to medical assistance and support in filing benefit claims.
Introduction of an irrebuttable presumption of total disability for advanced black lung disease confirmed by tests.
Possibility to re-adjudicate denied claims based on discredited medical opinions.
Establishment of a program to cover legal and medical expenses for claimants in prolonged cases.
Increased benefit amounts for miners and their families, linked to inflation.
Improved access to employment and earnings information for claim verification.
Requirement to develop a strategy to reduce delays in case adjudication.
Strengthened financial requirements for self-insured operators regarding benefit payments.
Establishment of the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs within the Department of Labor.
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Additional Information
Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act of 2022
Print number: HR 6102
Sponsor: Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8]
Process start date: 2021-12-01
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Improving Black Lung Benefits and Claims Process for Miners

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 6102.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-12-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Easier access to medical assistance and support in filing benefit claims.
  • Introduction of an irrebuttable presumption of total disability for advanced black lung disease confirmed by tests.
  • Possibility to re-adjudicate denied claims based on discredited medical opinions.
  • Establishment of a program to cover legal and medical expenses for claimants in prolonged cases.
  • Increased benefit amounts for miners and their families, linked to inflation.
  • Improved access to employment and earnings information for claim verification.
  • Requirement to develop a strategy to reduce delays in case adjudication.
  • Strengthened financial requirements for self-insured operators regarding benefit payments.
  • Establishment of the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs within the Department of Labor.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 483.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 6102

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