Unmasking the Origins of COVID–19 Act

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Unmasking the Origins of COVID-19 Act

This bill authorizes the Department of State to pay a reward for information leading to the identification of the origins of COVID-19 or other related information, such as the identification of individuals or entities involved in a cover-up of the origins of COVID-19.

Bill 118 hr 301, also known as the Unmasking the Origins of COVID–19 Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of investigating the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill calls for a thorough and transparent investigation into the origins of the virus, including the possibility of it originating from a laboratory in Wuhan, China.

The bill outlines the need for the US government to work with international partners, including the World Health Organization, to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the origins of the virus. It also calls for the release of all relevant information and data related to the outbreak, in order to better understand how the virus emerged and spread.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of holding accountable any individuals or entities responsible for the outbreak, whether through negligence or intentional actions. It also calls for measures to prevent future pandemics, including increased transparency and cooperation between countries. Overall, the Unmasking the Origins of COVID–19 Act seeks to uncover the truth behind the origins of the pandemic and ensure that steps are taken to prevent similar outbreaks in the future.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 301

Introduced on
2023-01-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/11/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Unmasking the Origins of COVID-19 Act

This bill authorizes the Department of State to pay a reward for information leading to the identification of the origins of COVID-19 or other related information, such as the identification of individuals or entities involved in a cover-up of the origins of COVID-19.

Bill 118 hr 301, also known as the Unmasking the Origins of COVID–19 Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of investigating the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill calls for a thorough and transparent investigation into the origins of the virus, including the possibility of it originating from a laboratory in Wuhan, China.

The bill outlines the need for the US government to work with international partners, including the World Health Organization, to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the origins of the virus. It also calls for the release of all relevant information and data related to the outbreak, in order to better understand how the virus emerged and spread.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of holding accountable any individuals or entities responsible for the outbreak, whether through negligence or intentional actions. It also calls for measures to prevent future pandemics, including increased transparency and cooperation between countries. Overall, the Unmasking the Origins of COVID–19 Act seeks to uncover the truth behind the origins of the pandemic and ensure that steps are taken to prevent similar outbreaks in the future.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to authorize rewards regarding the identification of credible information regarding the origins of COVID-19, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Asia
Cardiovascular and respiratory health
China
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Government information and archives
Infectious and parasitic diseases

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Latest Summary2/6/2023

Unmasking the Origins of COVID-19 Act

This bill authorizes the Department of State to pay a reward for information leading to the identification of the origins of COVID-19 or other related information, such as the identifi...


Latest Action1/11/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.