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WHO is Accountable Act

3/21/2025, 4:08 AM

Summary of Bill S 774

Bill 119 s 774, also known as the "Prohibition of Funding for World Health Organization Membership Act," aims to prevent the use of funds by the United States government to seek membership in the World Health Organization (WHO) or to provide any assessed or voluntary contributions to the organization until specific conditions are met.

The bill outlines that the United States will not allocate any funds towards seeking membership in the WHO or providing financial support to the organization until the WHO meets certain conditions. These conditions include ensuring transparency and accountability within the organization, addressing any concerns related to the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, and demonstrating a commitment to upholding international health standards.

The purpose of this bill is to hold the WHO accountable for its actions and decisions, particularly in response to global health crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. By withholding funding until the organization meets the specified conditions, the bill aims to encourage the WHO to improve its practices and regain the trust of the United States government. Overall, Bill 119 s 774 seeks to ensure that the United States' financial support for the WHO is contingent upon the organization meeting certain criteria related to transparency, accountability, and adherence to international health standards.

Current Status of Bill S 774

Bill S 774 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2025. Bill S 774 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 27, 2025.  Bill S 774's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of February 27, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 774

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
7
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
7
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 774

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 774

A bill to prohibit the use of funds to seek membership in the World Health Organization or to provide assessed or voluntary contributions to the World Health Organization until certain conditions have been met.
A bill to prohibit the use of funds to seek membership in the World Health Organization or to provide assessed or voluntary contributions to the World Health Organization until certain conditions have been met.

Comments

Avyaan Harrell profile image

Avyaan Harrell

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9 months ago

I don't like this bill, it's gonna mess things up for me.