action postponed indefinitely
Summary
The resolution acknowledges the harm suffered by New Mexico downwinders, uranium workers and their families and calls on state health, aging, veterans and Indian affairs departments to work with community groups to spread information and assist with applications for the federal Radiation Exposure Compensation Act. It targets seniors, rural residents, tribal members and families of deceased workers who may not know they qualify. The goal is to ensure they receive the $100,000 payment available to eligible claimants by Dec. 31, 2027.
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