Rep. Gonzalez on Hazard Pay for Nurses

FRIDAY, 7-24-2020

Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) issued a statement regarding hazard pay for workers and nurses on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“It’s unacceptable that some nurses are not paid the same fair wages across the board under the present working conditions. The result is an environment of poaching by staffing agencies for higher pay. We can’t blame nurses for wanting higher wages as they and other frontline workers deserve hazard pay for risking their lives while working during this pandemic.

The House-passed Heroes Act would provide $200 billion to compensate these hardworking individuals for working in hazardous conditions while on the frontlines of this pandemic. It’s time for the Senate and the White House to stop dragging their feet and give these American heroes what they are owed.”

Press release courtesy of The office of Congressman Gonzalez