We are proud that our film played a role in telling Congress and voters this unknown story of the aftermath of Trinity. We believe that our outreach contributed to the momentum necessary to get RECA extended to include New Mexico. Our screenings now have a whole new meaning and purpose beyond showing the film, educating and inspiring audiences. We are committed to discussing, distributing and helping people fill out their applications for RECA compensation with each in person screening.
It is urgent that we now screen extensively throughout New Mexico, since the application process closes on December 31, 2027. We need to educate as many communities as possible so that members in every New Mexico community know whether they are eligible for this significant funding!
ELIGIBILITY: Downwinders who lived anywhere in New Mexico for one year from 1944 through Nov. 1962 are eligible.
19 cancers that are covered by the expansion: Leukemia (except chronic lymphocytic Leukemia); Lymphoma (other than Hodgkins); Primary cancers of the Thyroid, Breast, Esophagus, Stomach, Pharynx, Small Intestine, Pancreas, Bile Duct, Gall Bladder, Salivary Gland, Urinary, Bladder, Brain, Colon, Ovary, Liver (unless cirrhosis/Hepatitis B present), and Lung.
COMPENSATION: $100,000 per applicant, covering the entire state of New Mexico. Family members can apply on behalf of a deceased loved one.
Coverage for uranium miners and workers is expanded:
To workers through Dec 31, 1990
To core drillers and remediation workers
To cover additional kidney disease for uranium miners
To allow for combined work histories
HELP IN APPLYING: The process of applying for RECA benefits on your own may be overwhelming. Please don’t give up. And please do not pay an attorney to assist you. Either contact the TBDC at 505-897-6787 and we’ll find a volunteer to help you. OR, your U.S. Senator or Representative's offices can help as well. Their websites and phone numbers are listed here:
Senator Ben Ray Luján Phone 505-337-7023
Senator Martin Heinrich Phone 505-346-6601
Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury Phone 505-346-7681
Congressman Gabe Vasquez Phone 505-208-4777
Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández Phone 505-428-4680
NOTE: The electronic DOJ portal is up but may have some glitches in its first few weeks of operation. Click HERE to access it.
