Lejeune Untaxed Compensation and Settlements Act of 2025

# Lejeune Untaxed Compensation and Settlements Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would exclude certain compensation and settlement payments from federal income taxes for people affected by water contamination at Camp Lejeune, a major Marine Corps base in North Carolina. Camp Lejeune experienced significant water quality issues for decades, and many former residents, service members, and their families have received or may receive financial settlements related to health problems allegedly caused by the contamination. The bill would allow these individuals to keep settlement money without paying federal taxes on it. **Who It Affects and Key Details:** The bill would primarily benefit Marines, military families, and civilian workers who lived or worked at Camp Lejeune during the period of contamination and have received compensation through lawsuits or government programs.

By making these payments tax-free, recipients would keep more of their settlement money. The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee consideration. It has not advanced to a vote in the House of Representatives.