DOL Pays $293M in Nukes Work Comp Program

On the first anniversary of the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act, $293 million in compensation payments have been paid out to current and former nuclear weapon workers, or their survivors. "I am proud of the work the Department of Labor has done to help these men and women who were harmed as a result of their hard work and loyal service to their country," said Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao. "These workers and their families have paid a terrible price for their role in preserving our freedom. The Department of Labor is helping our country repay these individuals ...