118th Congress · HOUSE BILLBILL

H.R. 1204 — Protect Access to Justice for Veterans Act

“To amend the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2022 to limit attorney fees available under the Federal cause of action relating to water at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, and for other purposes.”

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Introduced Feb 27, 2023

Last action Feb 27, 2023

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Feb 27, 2023

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Referred

Feb 27, 2023

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SummaryCRS Summary

This bill limits attorneys' fees for claims involving individuals who were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina between August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987. Further, the bill requires an attorney representing an individual for such a claim to disburse the funds from any judgment or award to that individual before collecting any compensation for services rendered. The bill establishes certain penalties for violations.

Provisions · 2 sectionsIntroduced in House

Timeline · 2 actions

Feb 27, 2023

Introduced in House

Feb 27, 2023

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.