COVID–19 Victims Compensation Fund Act

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Bill Number

HR 98

Introduced

Jan 4, 2021

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

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Topics

Administrative law and regulatory procedures Administrative remedies Cardiovascular and respiratory health Cemeteries and funerals Department of Health and Human Services Economic performance and conditions Emergency medical services and trauma care Government trust funds Health care costs and insurance Infectious and parasitic diseases Law Unemployment Wages and earnings

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Summary

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 whether a claimant is eligible for compensation, the extent of the harm to the claimant, and the amount of compensation to be awarded.

Actions

Mar 1, 2021

Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
Jan 4, 2021

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jan 4, 2021

Introduced in House

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