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LEGISLATION/H.R. 3114

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

117-HR-3114117th CongressIntroduced May 11, 2021Labor and Employment
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Status
Introduced
Committee
Floor Vote
Other Chamber
Signed
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 387.

Sponsor

Rep. Mrvan, Frank J. [D-IN-1](D-IN-1)
35 cosponsors

Summary

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.

Subjects

AppropriationsBusiness recordsCardiovascular and respiratory healthCemeteries and funeralsCongressional oversightDisability assistanceEmergency medical services and trauma careEmployee benefits and pensionsGovernment trust fundsHealth care costs and insuranceHealth promotion and preventive careInfectious and parasitic diseasesMarine and inland water transportationMedical tests and diagnostic methodsNavigation, waterways, harborsTransportation employeesWorker safety and health

Actions (9)

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 387.
Sep 29, 2022House floor actions
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Labor. H. Rept. 117-526.
Sep 29, 2022House floor actions
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Labor. H. Rept. 117-526.
Sep 29, 2022Library of Congress
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 27 - 21.
Mar 16, 2022House committee actions
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Mar 16, 2022House committee actions
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2558)
May 19, 2021Library of Congress
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
May 11, 2021House floor actions
Introduced in House
May 11, 2021Library of Congress
Introduced in House
May 11, 2021Library of Congress
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