Calling on the President to invoke the Defense Production Act to respond to COVID-19.

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Explore the details of House Bill 906 Calling on the President to invoke the Defense Production Act to respond to COVID-19. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/8/2022, 11:21 PM

Congressional Summary of HRES 906

This resolution calls on the President to (1) use all relevant authorities of the Defense Production Act to direct the domestic production of supplies to address COVID-19 (i.e., the coronavirus disease 2019), and (2) share specified information regarding the use of such authorities with Congress. (The Defense Production Act confers upon the President a broad set of authorities to influence domestic industry in order to provide essential materials and goods needed for the national defense.)

The resolution also states that Congress stands ready to make additional appropriations available for this effort.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 906

Bill HRES 906 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 23, 2020. Bill HRES 906 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on March 23, 2020. Bill HRES 906's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of March 23, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 906

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Total Number of Cosponsors

103

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 906

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

AppropriationsCardiovascular and respiratory healthCongressional oversightEmergency medical services and trauma careHealth programs administration and fundingHealth technology, devices, suppliesInfectious and parasitic diseasesManufacturingMilitary procurement, research, weapons developmentPresidents and presidential powers, Vice PresidentsPublic contracts and procurement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 906

Calling on the President to invoke the Defense Production Act to respond to COVID-19.Calling on the President to invoke the Defense Production Act to respond to COVID-19.

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