Radiation Exposure Compensation Act Amendments of 2005

This bill would have expanded the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) to provide financial assistance and medical coverage to residents of Montana who were exposed to radioactive fallout from atmospheric nuclear tests. It specifically aimed to designate several Montana counties as "affected areas," making residents with certain medical conditions eligible for federal compensation.

Beyond direct payments, the legislation would have provided additional funding to cover the costs of medical screenings, diagnoses, and treatments for radiation-related illnesses. It also directed federal health agencies to establish a public education program to inform citizens about the long-term health risks associated with historical nuclear weapons testing.