Judge gives final approval of $626 million settlement for people affected by Flint water crisis
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A federal judge has given final approval of a $626 million settlement for people affected by the Flint water crisis, according to court documents filed Wednesday.
US District Judge Judith E. Levy wrote in her order the settlement is a "remarkable achievement for many reasons" and said it "sets forth a comprehensive compensation program and timeline that is consistent for every qualifying participant."
A order regarding payment of attorneys' fees will be issued separately, Levy wrote.
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