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Longshore and Harbor Workers’ COVID–19 Compensation Act of 2022

Introduced: May 11, 2021 Introduced by: Mrvan, Frank J. Democratic · Indiana See on congress.gov

Everywhere this bill has been 7 steps

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Became law

Sep 29, 2022

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 387.

Sep 29, 2022

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Labor. H. Rept. 117-526.

Mar 16, 2022

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 27 - 21.

Mar 16, 2022

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

May 19, 2021

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2558)

May 11, 2021

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

May 11, 2021

Introduced in House

Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Longshore and Harbor Workers' COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022

This bill establishes a conclusive presumption that certain workers diagnosed with COVID-19 are entitled to workers' compensation benefits under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (LHWCA). It also provides funding to reimburse employers for costs associated with LHWCA benefits related to COVID-19. The LHWCA provides for medical, disability, and survivor benefits for specified private-sector maritime workers.

The presumption applies to workers who were diagnosed with COVID-19 between January 27, 2020, and January 27, 2024, and who, during the incubation period, faced a risk of COVID-19 exposure while carrying out job duties.

In addition, the bill establishes and provides funding for the Longshore COVID-19 Fund to reimburse employers for costs related to such COVID-19 claims. To be reimbursed, employers must comply with applicable safety and health guidance to prevent occupational exposure to COVID-19.

What's happening now September 29, 2022

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 387.

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