Faster Black Lung Benefits for Miners
New rules aim to ensure that miners suffering from black lung disease or their families receive benefits more quickly. If a decision on who is responsible for paying benefits isn't made within 60 days, the money will be paid from a fund, speeding up financial aid for those in need.
Key points
Miners with black lung disease will receive benefits within 60 days of approval, even if the responsible party hasn't been determined.
Benefits will be paid from a trust fund to prevent delays in payments.
The company responsible for the miner's illness will still be required to reimburse the fund for benefits paid.
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