War Hazards Compensation Act (WHCA) Overview

The War Hazards Compensation Act (WHCA) extends additional benefits to federal employees and contractors injured due to war-related hazards, including:

- Hostile Actions: Injuries resulting from acts of war, terrorism, or civil disturbances in foreign countries.

- Detention Benefits: Compensation for employees detained by hostile forces.

- Reimbursement to Contractors: WHCA reimburses contractors for compensation paid under the Defense Base Act (DBA), which extends LHWCA provisions to overseas federal contractors.

  Eligibility Criteria under FECA & WHCA

1. Federal Employment or Contract Work: The worker must be a federal employee or contractor covered by FECA or the DBA (Defense Base Act).

2. Injury During Official Duties: Injury must occur while performing work-related tasks.

3. War or Hostile Hazards: For WHCA coverage, the injury must result from war hazards, such as:

 - Military operations                                                                                                                 - Terrorist attacks                                                                                                                     - Civil unrest in foreign countries

WHCA Supplementation

- If the injury is directly tied to a war hazard (e.g., terrorism, military conflict, or civil unrest), the WHCA may provide supplemental coverage:

  - Additional Compensation: If the benefits under FECA do not fully cover the costs associated with the war-related hazard, WHCA may bridge the gap.

  - Detention or Hostage Situations: WHCA offers specific compensation for federal employees detained by hostile forces abroad, which FECA doesn’t cover comprehensively.

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