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9/11 Families Payments: New Funds and Rules

This act aims to provide additional payments to victims of state-sponsored terrorism, including 9/11 families. It secures financial resources for these payments while reallocating funds from other programs. This means eligible individuals may receive overdue benefits.
Key points
Authorizes additional funds for payments to victims of state-sponsored terrorism, including 9/11 families.
Enables one-time, catch-up lump sum payments for eligible individuals.
Rescinds nearly $3 billion from small business loan programs to fund these payments.
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Print number: 117_S_5045
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2022-09-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fairness for 9/11 Families Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5045.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes additional funds for payments to victims of state-sponsored terrorism, including 9/11 families.
  • Enables one-time, catch-up lump sum payments for eligible individuals.
  • Rescinds nearly $3 billion from small business loan programs to fund these payments.
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 Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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