A001279
Friday, December 07, 2001 11:11 AM
September 11 Victim Compensation Fund
Dear Mr. Zwick:
I am writing in response to the Department's request for public comments
regarding the forthcoming regulations for implementing and administering
the "September 11 Victim Compensation Fund."
I strongly urge the Department to draft regulations that ensure compensation
is
available to all victims of the attack, including the committed partners and
the non-biological children of gay and lesbian victims.
It is unquestionable that the devastating grief and economic losses suffered
by
the families of gay and lesbian victims are no less than that of other
families. Just as the terrorists drew no lines in choosing their victims,
our
country must draw no lines in compensating those who suffered the most
personal
of losses from these horrific attacks.
Many Americans lost their lives on September 11, each of whom left behind
loved
ones. I urge the Department to honor these bonds by treating the families of
gay and lesbian victims as you would any other.
Sincerely,
Individual Comment
Boone, Iowa