STORM Act

The STORM Act establishes a federal system to rapidly deploy out-of-state independent health care workers during emergencies. It allows the President to certify private technology platforms connecting licensed health care professionals (who work independently, not as employees) and coordinate with states to temporarily waive licensure requirements for these workers. This directly affects independent health care workers, states managing emergencies, and the federal government through streamlined deployment. The bill requires annual reports to Congress on waiver usage and provides liability protections for workers and platforms acting in good faith during emergencies.