Unmasking the Origins of COVID–19 Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:53:32Z

Explore the details of House Bill 301 Unmasking the Origins of COVID–19 Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 301

Bill 118 hr 301, also known as the Unmasking the Origins of COVID–19 Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of investigating the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill calls for a thorough and transparent investigation into the origins of the virus, including the possibility of it originating from a laboratory in Wuhan, China.

The bill outlines the need for the US government to work with international partners, including the World Health Organization, to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the origins of the virus. It also calls for the release of all relevant information and data related to the outbreak, in order to better understand how the virus emerged and spread.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of holding accountable any individuals or entities responsible for the outbreak, whether through negligence or intentional actions. It also calls for measures to prevent future pandemics, including increased transparency and cooperation between countries. Overall, the Unmasking the Origins of COVID–19 Act seeks to uncover the truth behind the origins of the pandemic and ensure that steps are taken to prevent similar outbreaks in the future.

Congressional Summary of HR 301

Unmasking the Origins of COVID-19 Act

This bill authorizes the Department of State to pay a reward for information leading to the identification of the origins of COVID-19 or other related information, such as the identification of individuals or entities involved in a cover-up of the origins of COVID-19.

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Current Status of Bill HR 301

Bill HR 301 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 11, 2023. Bill HR 301 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 11, 2023. Bill HR 301's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of January 11, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 301

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International Affairs

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AsiaCardiovascular and respiratory healthChinaEmergency medical services and trauma careGovernment ethics and transparency, public corruptionGovernment information and archivesInfectious and parasitic diseases

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 301

Unmasking the Origins of COVID–19 ActUnmasking the Origins of COVID–19 ActTo amend the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to authorize rewards regarding the identification of credible information regarding the origins of COVID-19, and for other purposes.

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