CDC Tribal Public Health Security and Preparedness Act

Senate Bill 3968 - CDC Tribal Public Health Security and Preparedness Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2022-12-29T22:48:21Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3968 CDC Tribal Public Health Security and Preparedness Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Native Americans. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 10:48 PM

Congressional Summary of S 3968

CDC Tribal Public Health Security and Preparedness Act

This bill allows tribes and tribal organizations to apply directly to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) program funds. Currently, only states and certain local entities may apply for PHEP funds to respond to public health emergencies, such as COVID-19.

The CDC must award at least 10 cooperative agreements to tribal applicants.

Additionally, the CDC must consult with tribes and tribal organizations to ensure the PHEP program enables these entities to respond to public health emergencies. The CDC may make certain modifications to the program after the consultation.

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Current Status of Bill S 3968

Bill S 3968 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 30, 2022. Bill S 3968 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on March 30, 2022. Bill S 3968's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of March 30, 2022