HR9520Referred to Committee

To amend the War Hazards Compensation Act and the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act to require that the Federal government pay interest on late reimbursements, and for other purposes.

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Passed Both
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Signed into Law
119th
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2026-06-29
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Michael Lawler
Michael Lawler
Republican · NY · Representative
Votes with party: 91.9% (580 recorded votes)
Top industries funding sponsor:
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

2026-06-29

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Plain-English Summary

The federal government would be required to pay interest when it reimburses workers late for compensation claims under two programs that cover people injured during wartime or while working in ports and harbors. This change would ensure that workers and their families don't lose money due to government payment delays, making the reimbursement process fairer for injured workers waiting for their benefits.

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