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Energy Workers Compensation Fund for Health Issues

This bill establishes a special fund to help oil and gas workers and their families cover medical expenses for illnesses linked to their work or living near extraction sites. The fund will be financed by large oil companies, which will contribute a portion of their highest-paid employees' compensation.
Key points
An Energy Workers Health Compensation Fund is established, financed by oil companies.
The fund will cover medical expenses for asthma, heat-related illnesses, and other respiratory or cardiovascular diseases linked to oil and gas emissions.
Compensation is available to eligible workers who have worked or lived near oil/gas sites for at least one year, and their family members meeting similar criteria.
Oil companies with annual revenues over $50 million are required to contribute, with penalties for underpayments.
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Print number: 118_HR_5222
Sponsor: Rep. Vasquez, Gabe [D-NM-2]
Process start date: 2023-08-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Energy Workers Health Improvement and Compensation Fund Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5222.

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 2023-08-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • An Energy Workers Health Compensation Fund is established, financed by oil companies.
  • The fund will cover medical expenses for asthma, heat-related illnesses, and other respiratory or cardiovascular diseases linked to oil and gas emissions.
  • Compensation is available to eligible workers who have worked or lived near oil/gas sites for at least one year, and their family members meeting similar criteria.
  • Oil companies with annual revenues over $50 million are required to contribute, with penalties for underpayments.
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. Vasquez, Gabe [D-NM-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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Health Labor Environment