Sept. 11 Victim Compensation Fund still at work
On 16th anniversary of WTC attack, program seeks 1st responders
In the days leading up to the 16th anniversary of the World Trade Center terror attack, the Sept. 11 Victim Compensation Fund (VCF), the program established by the federal government to provide financial assistance to victims and first responders, released a report detailing the payments it has made over the years.
VCF Special Master Rupa Bhattacharyya said the program has made great strides in recent years speeding up the claims process so that recipients can receive funds faster.
“I am keenly aware that each and every one of these claims represents a life forever changed,” Bhattacharyya said in a statement. “I am also aware of the tremendous need for compensation that exists in the 9/11 community. We are committed to making improvements wherever possible in order to process claims as quickly and efficiently as possible, without compromising accuracy, thoroughness, or fairness.”