House Bill 7531
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Infectious Disease Epidemic and Pandemic Preparedness Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on Jul 9, 2020
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
7531
Congress
116
Policy Area
Health
Health
Primary focus of measure is science or practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease; health services administration and funding, including such programs as Medicare and Medicaid; health personnel and medical education; drug use and safety; health care coverage and insurance; health facilities. Measures concerning controlled substances and drug trafficking may fall under Crime and Law Enforcement policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Infectious Disease Epidemic and Pandemic Preparedness Act
This bill establishes the National Medical Command and a grant program within the Department of Health and Human Services to prevent and respond to infectious diseases. It also requires a strategic plan focused on treatments and vaccine development for infectious diseases.
July 9, 2020
07/09/2020
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
07/09/2020
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:45:59 PM