United States 116th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HR 7628 — COVID–19 Victims Compensation Fund Act

Last action — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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  3. Died in session

This bill died with 116th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

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Summary

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

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Action History

  1. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

  2. Introduced in House

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (546)

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Subjects

Law 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 Unemployment Wages and earnings
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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 7628 do?
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 if a claimant is eligible for compensation, the extent of the harm to the claimant, and the amount of compensation to be awarded.
Who sponsors HR 7628?
HR 7628 is sponsored by Adriano Espaillat (D).
What is the current status of HR 7628?
This bill died with 116th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 7628?
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