118th Congress · HOUSE BILLBILL

H.R. 93 — Protecting Businesses From Frivolous COVID Lawsuits Act of 2023

“To require a particular jury instruction in Federal civil actions that include a claim for damages based on negligence arising from the transmission of COVID19.”

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Introduced Jan 9, 2023

Last action Jan 9, 2023

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This bill requires a specific jury instruction in a federal civil action for damages based on negligence arising from the transmission of COVID-19. Specifically, a court must instruct the jury that negligence may not be found solely on the basis of holding oneself open for business.

Provisions · 2 sectionsIntroduced in House

Timeline · 2 actions

Jan 9, 2023

Introduced in House

Jan 9, 2023

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.