Public Health Improvement Act

3/31/2025, 4:02 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Bill 119 s 999, also known as the CDC Reform Act, aims to make significant changes to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the scope of public health authorities in the United States. The bill seeks to reform the CDC by implementing new guidelines and regulations to improve the agency's efficiency and effectiveness in responding to public health crises.

One of the key provisions of the bill is to limit the scope of public health authorities, which would require the CDC to focus on core public health functions and prioritize resources accordingly. This would help streamline the agency's operations and ensure that it is better equipped to handle emergencies and outbreaks.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency and accountability within the CDC, such as requiring regular reporting on the agency's activities and expenditures. This would help ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently to protect public health. Overall, the CDC Reform Act aims to strengthen the CDC's ability to respond to public health threats and improve the agency's overall performance. By implementing these reforms, the bill seeks to ensure that the CDC is better equipped to protect the health and well-being of all Americans.
Congress
119

Number
S - 999

Introduced on
2025-03-12

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/12/2025

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Bill 119 s 999, also known as the CDC Reform Act, aims to make significant changes to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the scope of public health authorities in the United States. The bill seeks to reform the CDC by implementing new guidelines and regulations to improve the agency's efficiency and effectiveness in responding to public health crises.

One of the key provisions of the bill is to limit the scope of public health authorities, which would require the CDC to focus on core public health functions and prioritize resources accordingly. This would help streamline the agency's operations and ensure that it is better equipped to handle emergencies and outbreaks.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency and accountability within the CDC, such as requiring regular reporting on the agency's activities and expenditures. This would help ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently to protect public health. Overall, the CDC Reform Act aims to strengthen the CDC's ability to respond to public health threats and improve the agency's overall performance. By implementing these reforms, the bill seeks to ensure that the CDC is better equipped to protect the health and well-being of all Americans.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to reform the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, limit the scope of public health authorities, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Health

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Latest Action3/12/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.