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Compensation Fund for Living Victims of Libyan Terrorism: Justice for Lockerbie Survivors

This Act establishes a dedicated trust fund of over $42 million to provide compensation to a specific group of U.S. citizens who survived Libyan State-sponsored terrorism. The payments are targeted at individuals who were Pan American World Airways employees on December 3, 1991, were 45 or older at that time, and were named claimants in a specific lawsuit. Eligible citizens must file a claim within a short deadline to receive an equal share of the total fund amount.
Key points
Establishes the Living Victims of Lockerbie Claims Trust Fund with an appropriation of $42,066,338.
Compensation is strictly limited to individuals who were Pan Am employees on December 3, 1991, were 45 or older, and were alive on August 14, 2008.
Eligible individuals (or their estate representatives) must file a claim with the Foreign Claims Settlement Commission within 60 days of the notice publication.
The compensation amount for each certified claimant will be equal, calculated by dividing the total fund amount by the number of approved claims.
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Print number: 119_HR_6527
Sponsor: Rep. Kim, Young [R-CA-40]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Justice for the Living Victims of Lockerbie Act

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What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6527.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes the Living Victims of Lockerbie Claims Trust Fund with an appropriation of $42,066,338.
  • Compensation is strictly limited to individuals who were Pan Am employees on December 3, 1991, were 45 or older, and were alive on August 14, 2008.
  • Eligible individuals (or their estate representatives) must file a claim with the Foreign Claims Settlement Commission within 60 days of the notice publication.
  • The compensation amount for each certified claimant will be equal, calculated by dividing the total fund amount by the number of approved claims.
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. Kim, Young [R-CA-40].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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