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What we owe them now: Congress must continue 9/11 victims’ aid

Not for a moment should anyone sick from exposure to the toxic stew at the World Trade Center on and following 9/11 have to worry about whether aid will be there for them.

Jon Stewart Advocates for Thousands of 9/11 Victims and Survivors

It has been 17 years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States.

Three city transit workers died of 9/11-related illnesses this year

Ten city transit workers were honored last summer for their contributions to the 9/11 rescue and recovery operation at Ground Zero.

Increase in number of people dying from 9/11-related illnesses could result in victims’ fund running out of money

The flood of people coming down with illnesses stemming from the toxic dust kicked up by the 9/11 terror attacks has been so great that the $7.3 billion dedicated to sufferers could run out…

9/11 Victims Compensation Fund set to close in 2020

People with health issues related to time they spent near Ground Zero after 9/11 have a little over two years left to take advantage of a federal compensation fund.

Experts: Deaths from 9/11-related illnesses to surpass toll from attacks

A growing number of Sept. 11 first responders and survivors are developing illnesses and dying from diseases related to their contact with toxic dust and debris at Ground Zero.

Those Who Suspect They Have World Trade Center-Related Illnesses Urged To Sign Up For Government Programs

On Tuesday the country will mark 17 years since the Sept. 11 terror attacks.

Port Authority Police-Union Leader: Still Pain for Families of 9/11 Cops (Free Article)

Recalls Own Ordeal and Loss of 37 Colleagues

9/11 Victims Compensation Fund set to close in 2020

People with health issues related to time they spent near Ground Zero after 9/11 have a little over two years left to take advantage of a federal compensation fund.

Statement from Governor Andrew M. Cuomo Calling on Congress to Ensure Full Funding for 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund

New Yorkers have always banded together to support the victims of the September 11 attacks, and we will never let them be forgotten.