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9/11 responder Luis Alvarez mourned as brave advocate for Ground Zero workers
The former NYPD detective fought for the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund while terminally ill.
September 11th Victim Aid and Compensation Fast Facts
Here is a look at the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) and the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act of 2010.
Heroes of 9/11 still fighting
On September 11th, 2001, and the days following, New York first responders were praised and lauded as heroes as they saved lives during the deadliest terrorist attack on US soil.
Dear Sen. Rubio: Support 9/11 compensation fund
Just Americans. That’s how we viewed ourselves in the aftermath of the terror attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, embracing national unity, resolve, and tenacity.
Senate Leader Pledges Vote on VCF Renewal
A delegation of 9/11 first-responders June 25 convinced Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to commit to bring the renewal of the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund to a vote before Congress’s August recess, according to two people who were present.
A hero’s dying wish: Mitch McConnell must bring the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund bill to a Senate vote
In the ornate suite of offices of the Senate Republican leader overlooking the National Mall, Majority Leader Mitch McConnell Tuesday received a delegation of World Trade Center first responders advocating for a renewal…
Lawmakers mourns loss of 9/11 responder Luis Alvarez
The death of 9/11 first responder and advocate Luis Alvarez on Saturday appeared to send the federal government a strong message.
9/11 first responder Luis Alvarez dies weeks after testifying to Congress over victims fund
Luis Alvarez, a 9/11 first responder who recently testified before Congress about his 9/11-related medical issues, has died, his family confirmed Saturday morning.
NYPD Detective Who Testified For More 9/11 Compensation Dies After Battling Cancer
Luis Alvarez, a former New York City police detective who became a leading champion for extending health benefits to Sept. 11 first responders, died on Saturday after a battle with cancer…
Luis Alvarez, Champion of 9/11 Responders, Dies at 53
Luis G. Alvarez, a former New York City detective who pleaded with Congress this month to extend health benefits to police officers, firefighters and other emergency workers who responded to the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, died on Saturday…