A bill to provide jurisdiction and procedures for claims by individuals for injuries or death due to exposure to radiation from nuclear testing.
Radiation Exposure Compensation Act - Confers jurisdiction upon the United States Claims Court for wrongful death or injury actions brought by individuals alleging radiation exposure from either Federal nuclear testing at the Nevada test site or from employment in uranium mining. Sets forth procedural guidelines and a maximum damages award for certain claims relating to: (1) open air nuclear testing; and (2) uranium mining. Sets forth a statute of limitations. Prescribes the maximum percentage which attorneys may receive for services rendered. Establishes a fine for violations of this prescription. Provides that insurance claims shall not be affected by the award of damages.
Declares that the United States is liable under this Act to the same extent as a private individual under like circumstances.
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
Referred to Subcommittee on Courts and Administrative Practice.
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