HR 6756
Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act of 2025
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 13, 2026, 4:11 PM
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The Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act of 2025 aims to improve the process for receiving black lung benefits, better protect coal miners from pneumoconiosis, and address systemic issues within the Black Lung Benefits Act. Specifically, the bill seeks to streamline claims processing, clarify eligibility requirements, and enhance medical evidence gathering. It also proposes reforms to benefit adjustments, attorney fees, and the financial stability of the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund, while establishing an Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs. The legislation addresses concerns about delays, inadequate legal representation, and the erosion of benefits due to inflation.
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