Bill116th CongressFiled Jul 20, 2020Law
H.R. 7672
Coronavirus Victims Compensation Fund Act of 2020
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jul 20, 2020)
Coronavirus Victims Compensation Fund Act of 2020
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 Justice 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 20, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Vela, Filemon [D-TX-34](D-TX)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseJul 20, 2020
- Jul 20, 2020IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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