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The Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) provides restitution to individuals who developed certain illnesses after exposure to radiation from U.S. nuclear testing, uranium mining, or related activities. On July 4, 2025, Congress passed Pub. L. No. 119‑21 (the One Big Beautiful Bill Act), reauthorizing and expanding RECA.
Program Reauthorization / Timeline
Program expired after June 2024
New claims may be filed through December 31, 2027.
Program End Date
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Trust fund extended through December 31, 2028.
Compensation Amounts
Up to $50,000 (Downwinders) / $75,000 (Onsite)
New one‑time payment of $100,000 for eligible claimants.
Uranium Worker Coverage
Limited to earlier work periods
Expanded to include core drillers, remediation workers, and work through December 31, 1990.
Covered Diseases
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Adds chronic renal disease, nephritis, and kidney tubular injury.
Geographic Expansion
Only select counties
Now includes NM, UT, ID, Mohave County (AZ), and new areas under Manhattan Project waste program.
Filing Process
Paper-based; certified documents required
Online filing portal expected December 2025; electronic filings accepted without certified copies.
Claim Deadlines
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Claims due by December 31, 2027; medical documentation due by December 31, 2028.
http://www.justice.gov/civil/RECA
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