As part of the recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) has been reauthorized and significantly expanded.

Downwinders and uranium workers may receive a one-time $100,000 compensation by meeting either of the following qualifications:

• Affected while physically present in Coconino, Yavapai, Navajo, Apache, Gila, or Mohave counties between January 1951 and November 1962.
• Affected while working in covered occupations related to uranium mining for at least one year from January 1, 1942 to December 31, 1990.

To apply, click here.

If you have questions about the program or your application, please email Civil.RECA@usdoj.gov.

Claims must be filed before December 31, 2027.