House Bill 605 introduces three separate amendments to Act 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) to act on COVID-19 lawsuits affecting the public interest. HB 605 is meant to speed up the judiciary process for COVID-19 related cases. Lawsuits can be expedited for defendants seeking resolution under $50,000 from exposure from COVID-19. Second, COVID-19 personal injury lawsuits must be processed faster through the mandatory arbitration program, creating a more efficient resolution for the defendant. COVID-19 personal injury lawsuits are proposed to be treated the same way. Third, claims must be submitted and heard by board members. Defendants must be approved by these board members to be granted an expedited court date. This process is meant to prevent prolonged financial strain on the defendant and create a more efficient trial process.