Compensation and New Healthcare for Vieques Residents Affected by Military Use.
This law establishes a compensation fund for residents of Vieques, Puerto Rico, who developed specific chronic diseases (like cancer or heavy metal poisoning) due to decades of US military training and environmental contamination. It also mandates and funds the construction of a new, advanced trauma and cancer center on the island, alongside comprehensive environmental cleanup efforts. The payments are considered damages for suffering and do not affect eligibility for other federal benefits.
Key points
Financial compensation (ranging from $50,000 to $110,000) for residents suffering from specific illnesses linked to military contamination, provided they meet residency and medical documentation requirements.
Mandates the construction of a Level Three Trauma Center and Cancer Center on Vieques, including funding for operations and off-island medical transport.
Funds research and cleanup efforts to reduce toxic contamination (heavy metals) in the soil, water, and food sources to average US levels.
Acceptance of the award constitutes a full and final settlement of all related claims against the US Government.
Status:
Expired
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