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Senators Push for Black Lung Benefits Reform: What This Means for Coal Miners
Anthony Lane
The Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act of 2023 aims to overhaul the flawed system miners face when seeking compensation for black lung disease. With key reforms like legal assistance, medical transparency, and inflation-adjusted benefits, the bill seeks to ensure fair treatment for affected coal workers. If passed, it could ease financial burdens, streamline claims, and hold coal companies accountable. Learn how this reform impacts miners and their families.
