U.S. Congress · H.R. 8484
Gives grants for extra pay and safety for health care workers
Lets the Department of Health and Human Services give grants to nonprofit hospitals, clinics, and home health agencies. The money can pay extra hazard pay to essential health care workers, including doctors, nurses, public health workers, and cleaning staff, who work or commute during a declared emergency or disaster. Grants can also cover safety measures, such as other transportation options and protective equipment.
Where it stands
- Proposed
- Passed House or Senate
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- Became law
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Details
- Bill number
- H.R. 8484
- Official name
- Hazard Pay for Health Care Heroes Act
- Proposed by
- Rep. Summer L. Lee (D-PA)