the plight of the exposed Rongelapese and Utirikese; that the U.S.
allowed these people to be exposed to the 1954 fallout so as to use

them for guinea pigs to develop its medical capabilities; that
racism is evident; that they have never been adequately compensated,

especially compared to the Japanese on the "Lucky Dragon"; and that
the American doctors collect medical data but do nothing to restore
health.

The Bill proposes establishment of a "Special Joint Committee of
Congress Concerning Rongelap and Utirik Atolls" having three members
who shall investigate the results of irradiation on the people of
Rongelap and Utirik; shall attempt to secure any and all medical
assistance and aid from any possible source; shall attempt to obtain
compensation for the injuries due to radiation; shall conduct hearings with powers of subpoena and suit, etc.

$10,000 were provided together with staff.

Funds in the amount of

It became Public Law

4C~33 by unanimous vote on March 26, 1972.
Shortly after this speech the Micronesian Congress let it be
known that they wished Dr. Ezaki to be added to Dr. Conard's Medical
Survey team scheduled for March 1 through 30,

very short notice with the help of ABCC.

This was arranged on

Dr. Conard also arranged fo r

Dr. Toshiyuki Kumatori, Director of Clinical Medicine, Japanese Institute of Radiological Science, Chiba, and the physician who had attend ed

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