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Expanded Compensation and Extended Deadline for Uranium Miners and Workers.

This bill expands the list of diseases and states eligible for compensation for individuals who worked in uranium mining and transport between 1942 and 1978. It also extends the deadline for filing radiation exposure claims by four years. To fund these payments, $475 million is transferred from unspent COVID-19 response funds.
Key points
Expands the list of compensable illnesses (including renal cancer and chronic kidney diseases) for uranium workers exposed to radiation.
Extends the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) program and the claim filing deadline by four years, giving affected individuals more time to apply for benefits.
Allocates $475 million from unused COVID-19 relief funds to the compensation trust fund to cover these payments.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1681
Sponsor: Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]
Process start date: 2023-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Uranium Miners and Workers Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1681.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expands the list of compensable illnesses (including renal cancer and chronic kidney diseases) for uranium workers exposed to radiation.
  • Extends the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) program and the claim filing deadline by four years, giving affected individuals more time to apply for benefits.
  • Allocates $475 million from unused COVID-19 relief funds to the compensation trust fund to cover 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. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY].

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 2025-12-26.

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