The bill, known as the "Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act," seeks to reauthorize programs related to combating vector-borne diseases. It proposes to extend the duration of programs such as the national strategy and regional centers of excellence in addressing vector-borne diseases from 2021 through 2025 to 2026 through 2030. Additionally, the bill aims to enhance support for health departments in addressing these diseases. If passed, the bill would impact the funding and support provided to programs and initiatives focused on combating vector-borne diseases.
Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act
This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 activities of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to address vector-borne diseases (e.g., diseases spread by bites from ticks or mosquitoes). These activities include (1) a national strategy, (2) grants for regional centers of excellence, and (3) cooperative agreements with state, local, and tribal health departments to increase capacity for preventing and responding to vector-borne diseases.
