What does Preamble of January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act do?

This bill is formally titled 'To provide compensation to law enforcement officers who defended the United States Capitol during the events that occurred at or near the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021, and for other purposes.'

What does SHORT TITLE. of January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act do?

This bill is formally titled the 'January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act'.

What does DEFINITIONS. of January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act do?

This section defines terms used throughout the Act. A 'claimant' is an individual filing for compensation under section 5(a)(1). 'Collateral source' includes life insurance, pension funds, and government payments related to the January 6, 2021, events at the Capitol. 'Economic loss' encompasses pecuniary losses like lost earnings, medical expenses, and burial costs, to the extent allowed by state law. An 'eligible individual' is someone determined eligible for compensation under section 5(c). 'Noneconomic losses' include physical, emotional, and psychological pain, suffering, and related damages. 'Special Master' refers to the individual appointed under section 4(a).

What does PURPOSE. of January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act do?

This Act aims to provide compensation to law enforcement officers. The compensation is for officers who defended the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021. Compensation is available for officers who were injured, including mental or emotional injury, or who lost their lives as a result of the attack.

What does ADMINISTRATION. of January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act do?

This section establishes the administrative structure for the Act. The Attorney General, through a Special Master, will administer the compensation program created by this Act. The Special Master is responsible for creating rules governing the Act's administration. The Special Master will also hire and oversee administrative personnel, including hearing officers. The Act authorizes appropriations to cover the Special Master's administrative and support costs.

What does DETERMINATION OF ELIGIBILITY FOR COMPENSATION. of January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act do?

This section establishes the process for determining eligibility for and the amount of compensation under the Act. Claimants must file a claim with the Special Master on a designated form, stating the factual basis for their eligibility and the compensation sought. The claim form requires information regarding service as an active duty law enforcement officer on January 6, 2021, harm suffered, economic and noneconomic losses, and collateral sources of compensation. Claims must be filed within three years of the date regulations are promulgated under section 7. The Special Master reviews claims to determine eligibility and the extent of harm, considering economic and noneconomic losses. The Special Master is prohibited from considering negligence or other theories of liability. Claimants have the right to be represented by an attorney, present evidence, and receive due process rights. Punitive damages are not allowed, and compensation will be reduced by any collateral compensation received. To be eligible, a claimant must be an active duty law enforcement officer who suffered harm as a result of the January 6, 2021, attack, or a personal representative of a deceased officer meeting the same criteria. Each individual or deceased individual is limited to submitting only one claim under this Act.

What does PAYMENTS TO ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUALS FOR DEATH OR INJURY. of January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act do?

This section outlines payments to eligible individuals for death or injury under this Act. The Special Master must authorize payment to a claimant within 180 days of a determination of compensation amount. For death claims, including those resulting from suicide or deaths reasonably attributable to service on January 6, 2021, the minimum payment is $4,975,000.

What does ADDITIONAL PAYMENTS TO CLAIMANTS. of January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act do?

This section establishes additional payments to claimants who served as active duty law enforcement officers on January 6, 2021, in defense of the United States Capitol. These payments are made in addition to any payments under section 6. The amount of each payment is calculated by dividing a base amount ($4,975,000 plus an amount calculated under subsection (b)) by the total number of eligible claimants. Subsection (b) requires the Attorney General to calculate the sum of payments made by the United States in resolution of civil actions or administrative claims brought by individuals convicted of offenses related to the January 6, 2021, events. The calculation in subsection (b) covers payments made between January 20, 2025, and the expiration of the claim period under section 5(a)(3).

What does PAYMENT AUTHORITY. of January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act do?

This Act establishes budget authority in advance of appropriations. It represents an obligation of the Federal Government to provide compensation. The compensation is provided under this Act.

What does REGULATIONS. of January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act do?

This section requires the Attorney General to issue regulations within 90 days of the Act's enactment. The Attorney General must consult with the Special Master when creating these regulations. The regulations must cover forms for submitting claims under the Act. The regulations must specify the information required in those forms. Procedures for hearings and evidence presentation are also required. The regulations must establish procedures to assist individuals in filing and pursuing claims. The Attorney General can include other matters deemed appropriate in the regulations.

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January 6th Law Enforcement Heroes Compensation Fund Act

Last updated: 5/13/2026 · Introduced: 5/13/2026

Author: Jamie Raskin (D-MD)

TL;DR (AI)

This Act establishes a compensation fund for law enforcement officers who were injured or killed while defending the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.
The Attorney General will administer the fund through a Special Master who will determine eligibility and compensation amounts, excluding considerations of negligence.
Eligible individuals or the personal representatives of deceased officers can claim compensation, with a minimum payment of $4,975,000 for death claims.
Claimants may receive additional payments calculated based on the total number of eligible claimants and payments made in civil actions related to the January 6th events.
The Act provides advance budget authority to ensure compensation payments, and requires the Attorney General to issue regulations within 90 days of enactment to govern the claims process.

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