RECA Compensation for Arizona Residents
Northern Arizona communities were in the path of radioactive fallout from nuclear testing. Navajo Nation and other communities were significantly affected.
Affected Counties in Arizona
The following Arizona counties are designated as affected areas under RECA:
Arizona's History with Nuclear Testing
Northern Arizona, including the Navajo Nation, was in the direct path of radioactive fallout from nuclear tests at the Nevada Test Site. The prevailing winds carried radioactive particles across the Colorado Plateau, affecting communities that were largely unaware of the danger. The Navajo people, along with other residents of northern Arizona, experienced elevated cancer rates in the decades following the testing period. Many community members worked in uranium mines that supplied material for the weapons, compounding their exposure.
Arizona RECA Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for RECA compensation as a Arizona resident, you generally need to meet these criteria:
Geographic
Lived in one of the affected Arizona counties listed above
Time Period
Lived there for at least 1 year during 1951-1962 or during June-July 1962
Medical
Developed one of the 19 qualifying cancers linked to radiation exposure
If you or a family member lived in one of these Arizona counties during the testing period and developed a qualifying cancer, you may be entitled to compensation.
Take our free eligibility assessment to find out if you may qualify for up to $100,000 or more in RECA compensation.