RECA Compensation for Idaho Residents
Southern Idaho communities were affected by radioactive fallout that drifted north from the Nevada Test Site. Recent RECA expansions include Idaho.
Affected Counties in Idaho
The following Idaho counties are designated as affected areas under RECA:
Idaho's History with Nuclear Testing
While Idaho was not immediately adjacent to the Nevada Test Site, radioactive fallout from nuclear tests traveled significant distances on prevailing winds. Southern Idaho communities, particularly those in the agricultural regions, were exposed to radiation that settled on crops, pastures, and water supplies. The Idaho National Laboratory, located in the southeastern part of the state, also conducted nuclear research during this period. The 2024 RECA expansion recognized the impact on Idaho communities and added many Idaho counties to the list of affected areas.
Idaho RECA Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for RECA compensation as a Idaho resident, you generally need to meet these criteria:
Geographic
Lived in one of the affected Idaho 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 Idaho counties and developed a qualifying cancer, you may now be entitled to compensation under the expanded RECA program.
Take our free eligibility assessment to find out if you may qualify for up to $100,000 or more in RECA compensation.