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- H.R.6972
H.R.6972: Nursing Home COVID–19 Protection and Prevention Act of 2020
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced May 22, 2020
- Latest Major Action May 22, 2020
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - May 22, 2020
Bill Summary
Nursing Home COVID-19 Protection and Prevention Act of 2020 This bill establishes several programs and requirements to address the outbreak of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) in skilled nursing facilities, nursing facilities, intermediate care facilities, and psychiatric hospitals. Specifically, the bill provides specified funds for states to support cohorting (i.e., separating and grouping) individuals in such facilities based on...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 22, 2020 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| May 22, 2020 |
Introduced in the House by Anna G. Eshoo (D-Calif.) |