July 27th, 2023 by WCBC Radio

U.S. Senators from Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and Ohio have introduced new legislation to further support the families of deceased miners who died from Black Lung disease.  The Relief for Survivors of Miners Act would ease restrictions and make it easier for families to claim benefits.  Black Lung is a disease caused by the long-term inhalation of coal dust. Currently, survivors must establish that black lung was a substantial contributing cause of death.  Virginia Senator Mark Warner told reporters about advantages of the new legislation…