The Relief for Survivors of Miners Act of 2025 simplifies the benefits process for families of miners who died from lung disease, ensuring they receive support more easily.
If you are a family member of a miner who passed away due to lung disease, claiming benefits could become easier.
Who this affects
Families of miners
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill makes it easier for families of deceased miners to claim benefits.
2It creates a presumption that a miner's death was caused by lung disease if they were disabled by it.
3The bill restores some previous rules that help families of miners who died from lung disease.
4It establishes a program to pay for attorneys' fees and medical expenses for claimants.
5The changes apply to claims filed within the last five years and those pending now.
