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Limiting Attorney Fees for Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuits

This bill aims to protect veterans and their families seeking compensation for water contamination at Camp Lejeune. It establishes maximum limits on the fees attorneys can charge in such cases. This ensures that more of the compensation goes directly to the affected individuals rather than to legal firms.
Key points
The act sets limits on attorney fees for lawsuits related to Camp Lejeune water contamination.
This is intended to ensure veterans and their families receive a larger portion of their rightful compensation.
The changes apply to lawsuits against the United States government concerning water contamination.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9430
Sponsor: Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12]
Process start date: 2022-12-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Camp Lejeune Veterans and Families Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9430.

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 2022-12-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act sets limits on attorney fees for lawsuits related to Camp Lejeune water contamination.
  • This is intended to ensure veterans and their families receive a larger portion of their rightful compensation.
  • The changes apply to lawsuits against the United States government concerning water contamination.
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. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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