S 4403
Downwinders Act
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Bill overview
The Downwinders Act amends the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act to expand the definition of ‘affected area’ and extend the period for providing compensation to individuals exposed to radiation from nuclear testing. It clarifies criteria for determining physical presence, adds New Mexico counties to the list of affected areas, and introduces a new section addressing compensation for individuals exposed to waste from the Manhattan Project. The bill also increases the length of time compensation can be provided and clarifies eligibility requirements.
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