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Support for Hospitals and Healthcare Workers in COVID-19 Fight

This act aims to provide additional financial support for hospitals and healthcare facilities that incurred losses or increased costs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It extends deadlines for using already received funds, mandates the distribution of remaining funds, and allows money to be used for staff and workplace safety.
Key points
Hospitals and healthcare providers get more time to use COVID-19 relief funds.
Remaining funds from the Provider Relief Fund must be distributed by March 31, 2022.
Funds can be used for workplace safety, including protection against violence and mental health support for staff.
Healthcare providers who returned funds due to previous deadlines will be reimbursed.
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Print number: 117_HR_5963
Sponsor: Rep. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7]
Process start date: 2021-11-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Provider Relief Fund Improvement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5963.

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 2021-11-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hospitals and healthcare providers get more time to use COVID-19 relief funds.
  • Remaining funds from the Provider Relief Fund must be distributed by March 31, 2022.
  • Funds can be used for workplace safety, including protection against violence and mental health support for staff.
  • Healthcare providers who returned funds due to previous deadlines will be reimbursed.
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. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

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

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