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Compensation for Victims of the 2015 Gold King Mine Wastewater Spill.

This Act establishes a dedicated process for compensating individuals, farmers, and businesses harmed by the 2015 Gold King Mine toxic wastewater spill. Citizens who filed claims with the EPA before August 2017 but were denied or undercompensated can now receive financial relief for documented losses, including property damage and lost business income. Accepting the payment releases the U.S. government from all future related claims.
Key points
Provides compensation for documented damages (property loss, lost business income, crop loss) suffered by homeowners, farmers, and businesses due to the 2015 spill.
Eligibility is limited to those who submitted claims to the EPA by August 5, 2017, and whose claims were previously denied or not fully paid.
The EPA Administrator must determine the compensation amount within 180 days of the Act's enactment; accepting the award is final and waives future lawsuits against the government.
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Print number: 118_S_5192
Sponsor: Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2024-09-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Gold King Mine Spill Compensation Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5192.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-09-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Provides compensation for documented damages (property loss, lost business income, crop loss) suffered by homeowners, farmers, and businesses due to the 2015 spill.
  • Eligibility is limited to those who submitted claims to the EPA by August 5, 2017, and whose claims were previously denied or not fully paid.
  • The EPA Administrator must determine the compensation amount within 180 days of the Act's enactment; accepting the award is final and waives future lawsuits against the government.
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. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO].

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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