HR. 99In Committee
Protecting Businesses From Frivolous COVID Lawsuits Act of 2025
Requires federal juries in COVID-19 transmission negligence cases to be told that simply staying open for business cannot by itself establish negligence
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Requires federal juries in COVID-19 transmission negligence cases to be told that simply staying open for business cannot by itself establish negligence
Key points
- Require jury instruction
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-03 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedBusiness ethicsCardiovascular and respiratory healthCivil actions and liabilityEmergency medical services and trauma careEvidence and witnessesInfectious and parasitic diseasesLaw