Downwinders Parity Act of 2025
The Downwinders Parity Act of 2025 amends the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) to expand eligibility for compensation to people exposed to nuclear fallout from U.S. testing. It removes specific geographic restrictions (like townships 13-16 at ranges 63-71) and instead includes "all acreage in any county" where part is affected, making more downwinders eligible for benefits. The bill also extends the RECA trust fund deadline from 2024 to December 31, 2030, ensuring continued funding. This directly affects individuals and families living near nuclear test sites who were previously excluded due to narrow geographic criteria.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 14, 2025
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