National Commission on the COVID–19 Pandemic Act

Bill 117 HR 7069, also known as the National Commission on the COVID-19 Pandemic Act, is a proposed legislation in the US Congress aimed at establishing a bipartisan commission to investigate and report on the federal government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The bill calls for the creation of a 10-member commission, with members appointed by both the President and Congressional leaders from both parties. The commission would be tasked with conducting a comprehensive review of the actions taken by the federal government in response to the pandemic, including the distribution of resources, coordination with state and local governments, and communication with the public.

The commission would also be responsible for identifying any shortcomings or failures in the government's response to the pandemic and making recommendations for future preparedness and response efforts. The commission would have the authority to hold hearings, subpoena witnesses, and request documents as part of its investigation. The bill specifies that the commission's final report must be submitted to Congress and the President within 18 months of the commission's establishment. The report would be made public and include findings, conclusions, and recommendations for improving the government's response to future public health emergencies. Overall, the National Commission on the COVID-19 Pandemic Act aims to provide a thorough and impartial assessment of the federal government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, with the goal of improving future response efforts and ensuring better preparedness for similar crises in the future.