What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 595.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-28.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr595/BILLS-117hr595ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 595

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COVID-19 Justice: Right to Sue and Temporary Arbitration Halt

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: You can sue individuals or entities who violated COVID-19 laws (e.g., CARES Act, Families First Coronavirus Response Act) if you suffered harm. Important: During the COVID-19 emergency period, you cannot be forced into arbitration for employment, consumer, civil rights, or antitrust disputes – you can go to court. The arbitration suspension applies to disputes arising from the start of the COVID-19 emergency and lasts until 180 days after it ends.

This act allows individuals to sue those who violated COVID-19 related laws, if they suffered harm as a result. It also temporarily stops the enforcement of pre-dispute arbitration agreements for employment, consumer, antitrust, and civil rights disputes, making it easier to pursue claims in court.

Key points

You can sue individuals or entities who violated COVID-19 laws (e.g., CARES Act, Families First Coronavirus Response Act) if you suffered harm.

Important: During the COVID-19 emergency period, you cannot be forced into arbitration for employment, consumer, civil rights, or antitrust disputes – you can go to court.

The arbitration suspension applies to disputes arising from the start of the COVID-19 emergency and lasts until 180 days after it ends.

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Additional Information

COVID–19 Justice and Accountability Act

Print number: HR 595

Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]

Process start date: 2021-01-28

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COVID-19 Justice: Right to Sue and Temporary Arbitration Halt

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