To amend the Defense Base Act to exclude Guam.
Last action on Oct 3, 2025Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H....
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Summary
This bill excludes Guam from the application of the Defense Base Act (DBA). The DBA provides workers' compensation protection to civilian employees working on national defense projects outside the United States.
Under current Department of Labor guidance, the DBA applies to U.S. citizens and lawful residents working on such projects in Guam.
Lifecycle of the Bill
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Sep 17, 2025
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 0.
Sep 17, 2025
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H. Rept. 119-333, Part I.
Oct 3, 2025
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H. Rept. 119-333, Part I.
Oct 3, 2025
