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Technical Fix for 9/11 Families: Ensuring Access to Terrorism Victim Funds.

This law corrects a technical error in the rules governing the U.S. Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund. The change ensures that a specific group of 9/11 victims and their families (known as Havlish Settling Judgment Creditors) receive compensation funds that were previously allocated but withheld due to technical restrictions. It guarantees their full eligibility for current and future payments from the Fund.
Key points
Release of Withheld Funds: Compensation money previously allocated but held back from the specific group of 9/11 families must now be immediately released and paid out.
Guaranteed Future Eligibility: These victims maintain their full right to participate in all future rounds of payments from the Terrorism Victims Fund, regardless of prior applications.
The changes are retroactive, effective as if they were enacted on December 29, 2022.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6261
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fairness for 9/11 Families Technical Fix Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6261.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Release of Withheld Funds: Compensation money previously allocated but held back from the specific group of 9/11 families must now be immediately released and paid out.
  • Guaranteed Future Eligibility: These victims maintain their full right to participate in all future rounds of payments from the Terrorism Victims Fund, regardless of prior applications.
  • The changes are retroactive, effective as if they were enacted on December 29, 2022.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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