A Year Ago Today: Senate Votes to Permanently Extend the VCF
A year ago today, the U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passed the Permanent Authorization of the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Act. Over a dozen attorneys and staff from our firm, all who had lobbied for months for the passage of this legislation, were present in the Senate chambers to witness this historic vote.
It really took a village to pass this legislation. On behalf of our clients James Zadroga and Caryn Pfeifer (wife of Ray Pfeifer), and to Luis Alvarez with whom we walked the halls of Congress, we would like to once again acknowledge the many people who worked together to ensure the passage of this bi-partisan legislation. It never would have passed but for the relentless advocacy of the police and firefighter unions, as well as the FealGood Foundation army of volunteers. And, of course, it never would have passed but for our hero and 9/11 advocate Jon Stewart.
While the extension was a huge relief for the entire 9/11 Community, the lawyers and staff at our firm continue to be heartbroken over the explosion of 9/11-related cancers and deaths—which the passage of this legislation certainly has not stopped. But, at least it ensured that everyone who was impacted by the Victim Compensation Fund’s policy reductions was made whole, and that anyone who is sickened in the future will receive full compensation for their illnesses and lost income.
We hope you enjoy this short video honoring that memorable day in the Senate.
It is an honor to represent the 9/11 Community and to stand by your side.
With deep respect,
The Barasch & McGarry Family
11 replies on “A Year Ago Today: Senate Votes to Permanently Extend the VCF”
The families, attorneys, and John Stewart did a fabulous job. There were many people that ended up dead due to their heroism. God bless all involved.
The families, attorneys, and John Stewart did a fabulous job. There were many people that ended up dead due to their heroism. God bless all involved.
I was very great full to the Barasch, McGarry law firm. They have taken care of all of us responders and continue to do so. I highly recommend their firm to anyone who is in need of help.
Thank you for all that you have done, and continue to do on the Victms’ behalf.
I can’t express how much I appreciate what the law firm and people like Jon Stewart who backed us up to help pass this bill thank you for all that you do Angel Rodriguez
Thank you so much for all that you do
Thank you for all that you do.
I can’t thank everyone who stood with us and by us!! We 1st responders are forever grateful for taking the fight to Washington God Bless Us all may we do everyone proud!
Thank you to everyone at the law firm. I really appreciate all of you.
Thank to you and your staff for your dedication. God’s blessings always.
What a great day!! It’s a shame we had to work so hard to pass a bill that should have been a no brained.