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H.R.5751: Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act of 2014
About This Bill
- Introduced Nov. 20, 2014
- Latest Major Action Nov. 20, 2014
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
5 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act of 2014 - Amends the Black Lung Benefits Act to revise requirements with regard to miners' claims for pneumoconiosis (black lung) benefits. Requires a mine operator to deliver within 21 days a complete copy of the examining physician's report to any miner required to submit to a medical examination regarding his or her respiratory or pulmonary condition. Directs the Secretary of Labor to establish an...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Nov. 20, 2014 |
Referred to House Ways and Means
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| Nov. 20, 2014 |
Referred to House Education and the Workforce
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| Nov. 20, 2014 |
Introduced in the House by Matt Cartwright (D-Pa.) |