The Downwinders Parity Act of 2025 expands the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act to include additional communities affected by nuclear radiation exposure, particularly in the Southwest. The bill removes geographic restrictions that previously limited compensation eligibility, allowing residents in entire counties—rather than just specific townships and ranges—to qualify for benefits if any part of their county was affected by radiation. The legislation also extends the program's trust fund deadline from 2024 to December 31, 2030, giving the program an additional six years of operation. Within 180 days of enactment, the Attorney General must report to Congress on efforts to educate and reach out to newly eligible individuals about their compensation options. This bill primarily affects communities in states like Utah, Nevada, and Arizona that experienced radiation fallout from nuclear testing during the Cold War era.
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