Bill117th CongressFiled May 17, 2022Law
H.R. 7794
Protecting Businesses From Frivolous COVID Lawsuits Act of 2022
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (May 17, 2022)
Protecting Businesses From Frivolous COVID Lawsuits Act of 2022
This bill requires a specific jury instruction in a federal civil action for damages based on negligence arising from the transmission of COVID-19.
Specifically, a court must instruct the jury that negligence may not be found solely on the basis of holding oneself open for business.
What just happenedNov 1, 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5](R-AZ)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseMay 17, 2022
- Nov 1, 2022Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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