### Question
How does Program Administration define chronic silicosis?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 7384r*, **chronic silicosis** is defined as:

> a nonmalignant lung disease if—


(1) the initial occupational exposure to silica dust preceded the onset of silicosis by at least 10 years

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 7384r*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 84-DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY > SUBCHAPTER XVI-ENERGY EMPLOYEES OCCUPATIONAL ILLNESS COMPENSATION PROGRAM > Part B-Program Administration**

