H.R. 1357 · 117th Congress
Pandemic Heroes Compensation Act of 2021
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Carolyn Maloney
- Introduced
- 2021-02-25
- Latest action
- 2021-04-28 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Summary
Pandemic Heroes Compensation Act of 2021
This bill allows essential workers and their family members 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.