Universal Coronavirus Vaccine Act

House Bill 6351 - Universal Coronavirus Vaccine Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2022-02-08T23:17:27Z

Explore the details of House Bill 6351 Universal Coronavirus Vaccine Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/8/2022, 11:17 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 6351

Universal Coronavirus Vaccine Act

This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to administer approved vaccines for COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) when they become available. HHS must take steps to ensure that individuals do not incur out-of-pocket costs for such vaccines.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6351

Bill HR 6351 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 23, 2020. Bill HR 6351 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on March 23, 2020. Bill HR 6351's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 23, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6351

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6351

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Cardiovascular and respiratory health

- Emergency medical services and trauma care

- Health care costs and insurance

- Health programs administration and funding

- Health promotion and preventive care

- Immunology and vaccination

- Infectious and parasitic diseases

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6351

Universal Coronavirus Vaccine Act

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to administer vaccinations for COVID-19, once available, at no cost to the inoculated, in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, and for other purposes.

Universal Coronavirus Vaccine Act