Bill116th CongressFiled Jul 16, 2020Law
H.R. 7628
COVID–19 Victims Compensation Fund Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jul 16, 2020)
COVID-19 Victims Compensation Fund Act
This bill allows individuals to file claims and receive compensation for harm or death suffered as a result of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019).
A Special Master appointed by the Department of Health and Human Services must review claims submitted and determine if a claimant is eligible for compensation, the extent of the harm to the claimant, and the amount of compensation to be awarded.
What just happenedJul 16, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13](D-NY)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseJul 16, 2020
- Jul 16, 2020IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Introduced in House