Hidden in the New House Coronavirus Relief Bill: Billions for Defense Contractors
A section of the HEROES Act championed by Virginia Democrat Gerry Connolly would cover
executive compensation and other perks for defense and intel contractors.
The legislation’s wording mirrors what an industry group proposed.
the HEROES Act goes beyond just reimbursing wages.
It says that such firms can bill the Department of Defense and intelligence agencies for
a range of other costs associated with “the financial impact incurred” of keeping workers employed during the health crisis.
That includes for “fees,” a term of art in federal contracting, and “general and administrative expenses,”
a catch-all phrase associated with the costs of running a business such as paying executives, running the corporate office and even marketing and sales.
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The corruption of the political class is wide and deep.