H.R. 7672: Parity for Pacific Radiation Survivors Act

This bill, known as the Parity for Pacific Radiation Survivors Act, amends the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act to extend certain benefits to residents of Guam who were affected by radiation exposure from atmospheric nuclear testing. Here’s a breakdown of the key provisions of the bill:

1. Inclusion of Guam in Compensation Act

The bill adds Guam as a recognized area under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act. This amendment aims to ensure that individuals residing in Guam during the relevant time periods are eligible for compensation if they suffer from specific ailments linked to radiation exposure.

2. Eligibility Criteria for Claims

• The bill specifies that claims for compensation can be filed by individuals who were physically present in Guam for a minimum of one year between July 1, 1946, and November 6, 1992, or during certain specified periods in 1962.
• It also includes individuals who served in the Armed Forces and were involved in the radiological cleanup at Enewetak Atoll during specific periods in the 1970s.

3. Expansion of Disease Claims

The bill changes the criteria for filing claims related to leukemia and other specified diseases. It allows claims for those physically present in Guam during the specified time frames. It also adds "renal diseases" to the list of conditions eligible for compensation, alongside other previously recognized diseases affected by radiation exposure.

4. Amendments to Existing Clauses

Several sections of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act are amended to clarify the eligibility for claims. Notably:

• The list of qualifying diseases is updated to now include renal disease.
• Adjustments are made to existing clauses to ensure consistency with the new inclusions and the recognition of Guam as an affected territory.

5. Legislative Process and Referral

As of February 25, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary for further consideration.

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