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COVID–19 Vaccine Accountability Act
12/30/2022, 3:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6282
Bill 117 hr 6282, also known as the COVID–19 Vaccine Accountability Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to establish a system of accountability and transparency for the development and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines.
The bill requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to submit a report to Congress detailing the progress of COVID-19 vaccine development, including information on clinical trials, manufacturing, and distribution plans. This report must be updated regularly to ensure that Congress and the public are kept informed of the status of vaccine development.
Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary to establish a public database to track the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, including information on the number of doses distributed, the locations where vaccines are being administered, and any adverse reactions reported. This database will help ensure that vaccines are being distributed equitably and that any potential safety concerns are addressed promptly. Overall, the COVID–19 Vaccine Accountability Act aims to increase transparency and accountability in the development and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, helping to build public trust in the vaccination process and ensure that vaccines are distributed fairly and safely.
The bill requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to submit a report to Congress detailing the progress of COVID-19 vaccine development, including information on clinical trials, manufacturing, and distribution plans. This report must be updated regularly to ensure that Congress and the public are kept informed of the status of vaccine development.
Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary to establish a public database to track the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, including information on the number of doses distributed, the locations where vaccines are being administered, and any adverse reactions reported. This database will help ensure that vaccines are being distributed equitably and that any potential safety concerns are addressed promptly. Overall, the COVID–19 Vaccine Accountability Act aims to increase transparency and accountability in the development and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, helping to build public trust in the vaccination process and ensure that vaccines are distributed fairly and safely.
Congressional Summary of HR 6282
COVID-19 Vaccine Accountability Act
This bill excludes manufacturers of a mandated COVID-19 vaccine from certain liability protections that apply to manufacturers of medical countermeasures (i.e., medical products that may be used to treat, prevent, or diagnose conditions associated with emerging infectious diseases or chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear agents). It also retroactively limits to $10,000 the liability of the United States for a death or injury caused by a COVID-19 vaccine administered on or after January 1, 2020.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6282
Bill HR 6282 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 14, 2021. Bill HR 6282 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 14, 2021. Bill HR 6282's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 15, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6282
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6282
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Civil actions and liability
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Government liability
- Immunology and vaccination
- Infectious and parasitic diseases
- Manufacturing
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6282
COVID–19 Vaccine Accountability Act
COVID–19 Vaccine Accountability Act
To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to eliminate immunity for manufacturers of COVID-19 vaccines, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6282
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