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Easier Black Lung Benefits for Miners' Survivors, Covers Legal Fees.

This act simplifies the process for survivors of miners to claim black lung benefits by strengthening legal presumptions. It also establishes a program to cover attorneys' fees and medical expenses in contested cases, easing the financial burden on claimants. These changes apply retroactively to certain claims.
Key points
Makes it easier for survivors of miners to receive black lung benefits through stronger legal presumptions.
A new program will pay for attorneys' fees and medical expenses in contested benefit claims, up to certain limits, without recoupment from the claimant.
The changes apply to claims filed up to 5 years prior to enactment and those currently pending.
The Government Accountability Office will review current benefits and their impact on miners and survivors for future policy considerations.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6757
Sponsor: Rep. McGarvey, Morgan [D-KY-3]
Process start date: 2025-12-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6757.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-12-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Makes it easier for survivors of miners to receive black lung benefits through stronger legal presumptions.
  • A new program will pay for attorneys' fees and medical expenses in contested benefit claims, up to certain limits, without recoupment from the claimant.
  • The changes apply to claims filed up to 5 years prior to enactment and those currently pending.
  • The Government Accountability Office will review current benefits and their impact on miners and survivors for future policy considerations.
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. McGarvey, Morgan [D-KY-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-11.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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