Bill > S3853

This bill, the Radiation Exposure Compensation Reauthorization Act, aims to expand and extend the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act. Key provisions include: - Providing compensation for individuals who were physically present in certain areas affected by Manhattan Project waste and contracted specified diseases after such exposure. - Extending the period for filing claims under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act and expanding eligibility for compensation related to atmospheric nuclear testing and uranium mining/milling. - Increasing compensation amounts for certain qualifying claims. - Allowing greater use of affidavits to substantiate employment history and physical presence in affected areas. - Establishing a grant program to study the epidemiological impacts of uranium mining and milling on non-occupationally exposed individuals. - Amending the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act to expand eligibility for compensation for certain covered employees with cancer. Overall, the bill aims to provide additional support and benefits to individuals and their families impacted by radiation exposure from past nuclear testing and uranium operations.

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