H.R. 98 · 117th Congress
COVID–19 Victims Compensation Fund Act
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Adriano Espaillat
- Introduced
- 2021-01-04
- Latest action
- 2021-03-01 · Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
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.