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Federal Prisons COVID-19 Response: Testing, Vaccination, Care.

This act mandates COVID-19 testing and offers vaccination options for incarcerated individuals and employees in federal correctional facilities. It ensures free medical care and isolation for infected persons, alongside the collection and public sharing of pandemic data within these institutions. The goal is to protect health and safety in these facilities.
Key points
Mandatory, free COVID-19 testing for incarcerated persons and employees, including weekly tests.
Free medical care and isolation for infected incarcerated persons; paid leave for infected employees.
Option for free COVID-19 vaccinations for incarcerated persons and employees, with vaccine information provided.
Collection and public disclosure of detailed data on infections, tests, vaccinations, and deaths in prisons.
Implementation of new guidelines for COVID-19 management in correctional facilities, including quarantine, isolation, and hygiene protocols.
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Print number: 117_HR_2293
Sponsor: Rep. Barragan, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44]
Process start date: 2021-04-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Correctional Facilities COVID–19 Response Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2293.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory, free COVID-19 testing for incarcerated persons and employees, including weekly tests.
  • Free medical care and isolation for infected incarcerated persons; paid leave for infected employees.
  • Option for free COVID-19 vaccinations for incarcerated persons and employees, with vaccine information provided.
  • Collection and public disclosure of detailed data on infections, tests, vaccinations, and deaths in prisons.
  • Implementation of new guidelines for COVID-19 management in correctional facilities, including quarantine, isolation, and hygiene protocols.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Barragan, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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