Utah Alliance Pushing for RECA Revival

Utah citizens downwind of nuclear weapons testing are urging their elected Congressmembers to revive the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA). RECA, a federal program that offered compensation to those diagnosed with certain cancers from specific downwinder communities, expired in June 2024 when Congress did not extend it.

Congress can consider a bill that would bring RECA back and expand it to more communities impacted by nuclear weapons testing. The Radiation Exposure Compensation Reauthorization Act bill passed in the Senate earlier this year but would need to pass in the House to be considered for a full vote. An alliance of concerned citizens, downwinders, survivors, physicians and environmental stewards signed a letter to Utah legislators urging them to act.

An opportunity exists for RECA to be reinstated and expanded, and Utahans are sounding the call. To read more about how expanding RECA could help downwinder communities in Utah and beyond, click here.

Cold War Patriots is a free membership organization providing recognition and resources to the nuclear weapons and uranium worker community by connecting them with the monetary compensation and health benefits they have earned. We understand the complexities of applying for benefits, and we’re here to help. Call us today at (888) 903-8989 or email us at [email protected].