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Protecting Worker Healthcare During Strikes and Lockouts

This act aims to ensure that employees do not lose their health insurance coverage when their employer initiates a lockout or when they are engaged in a lawful strike. Employers who violate these rules will face significant financial penalties, designed to protect access to healthcare during challenging employment situations.
Key points
Employers cannot terminate health coverage for employees during a lockout.
Employers cannot terminate health coverage for employees during a lawful strike.
Violations can result in civil penalties up to $75,000 for lockouts and $50,000 for strikes, potentially doubled for serious harm or repeat offenses.
Directors and officers can also be held personally liable for violations if they directed, committed, or failed to prevent them.
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Print number: 118_HR_1447
Sponsor: Rep. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17]
Process start date: 2023-03-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Striking and Locked Out Workers Healthcare Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1447.

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 2023-03-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Employers cannot terminate health coverage for employees during a lockout.
  • Employers cannot terminate health coverage for employees during a lawful strike.
  • Violations can result in civil penalties up to $75,000 for lockouts and $50,000 for strikes, potentially doubled for serious harm or repeat offenses.
  • Directors and officers can also be held personally liable for violations if they directed, committed, or failed to prevent them.
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. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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Labor Health