This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants to public or private nonprofit health care facilities and home health agencies for hazardous pay for essential health care workers during declared emergencies or disasters.
Health care workers may receive up to $13 per hour (up to $25,000 per year) in hazardous pay. Grants may also be used to provide other safety and supportive services for health care workers, such as personal protective equipment.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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