To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in collaboration with the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response and the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and in coordination with the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Homeland Security, to establish a program of entering into partnerships with eligible domestic manufacturers to ensure the availability of qualified personal protective equipment to prepare for and respond to national health or other emergencies, and for other purposes.

1/24/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 HR 675, also known as the "Domestic PPE Production Act of 2021," aims to address the issue of shortages in personal protective equipment (PPE) during national health emergencies. The bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in collaboration with other key agencies such as the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response and the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, to establish a program that partners with eligible domestic manufacturers to ensure the availability of qualified PPE.

The program will focus on preparing for and responding to national health emergencies, as well as other types of emergencies. This includes coordinating with the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Homeland Security to ensure a comprehensive and effective response.

The goal of the program is to increase the domestic production of PPE to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers and ensure a stable supply chain during emergencies. By partnering with eligible manufacturers, the government aims to improve the availability and distribution of PPE to frontline workers and the general public. Overall, Bill 119 HR 675 seeks to strengthen the country's preparedness and response capabilities by establishing a program that prioritizes domestic production of PPE and ensures a reliable supply of essential equipment during times of crisis.
Congress
119
Number
HR - 675
Introduced on
2025-01-23
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
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Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 HR 675, also known as the "Domestic PPE Production Act of 2021," aims to address the issue of shortages in personal protective equipment (PPE) during national health emergencies. The bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in collaboration with other key agencies such as the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response and the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, to establish a program that partners with eligible domestic manufacturers to ensure the availability of qualified PPE.

The program will focus on preparing for and responding to national health emergencies, as well as other types of emergencies. This includes coordinating with the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Homeland Security to ensure a comprehensive and effective response.

The goal of the program is to increase the domestic production of PPE to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers and ensure a stable supply chain during emergencies. By partnering with eligible manufacturers, the government aims to improve the availability and distribution of PPE to frontline workers and the general public. Overall, Bill 119 HR 675 seeks to strengthen the country's preparedness and response capabilities by establishing a program that prioritizes domestic production of PPE and ensures a reliable supply of essential equipment during times of crisis.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in collaboration with the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response and the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and in coordination with the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Homeland Security, to establish a program of entering into partnerships with eligible domestic manufacturers to ensure the availability of qualified personal protective equipment to prepare for and respond to national health or other emergencies, and for other purposes.

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Member:  H. Morgan Griffith
Committee:  Energy and Commerce
Committee:  Oversight and Accountability

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Latest Action1/23/2025
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jur...