S 1656
Vieques Recovery and Redevelopment Act
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The Vieques Recovery and Redevelopment Act aims to compensate residents of Vieques, Puerto Rico, for harm caused by decades of U.S. military activity on the island. It provides a pathway for individuals to receive monetary compensation if they meet specific criteria, including residing on Vieques for at least five years and demonstrating a link between their health issues and the military’s presence. The bill also mandates the appointment of a Special Master to oversee claims and, crucially, provides funding for the construction of a new, comprehensive medical facility on Vieques to address the island’s ongoing health crisis and environmental contamination.
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