Improving Public Health Preparedness Act

Hozzl · 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3837 Improving Public Health Preparedness Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3837

Bill 118 hr 3837, also known as the Improving Public Health Preparedness Act, aims to enhance the United States' ability to respond to public health emergencies. The bill focuses on improving coordination between federal, state, and local agencies, as well as strengthening the country's public health infrastructure.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a National Public Health Emergency Response Fund, which would provide funding for preparedness and response efforts in the event of a public health crisis. This fund would help ensure that resources are readily available to address emergencies such as disease outbreaks, natural disasters, or bioterrorism threats.

Additionally, the bill seeks to improve communication and information sharing between public health agencies at all levels of government. This would help ensure that critical information is quickly disseminated to those who need it most during a crisis. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to enhance the training and education of public health professionals, as well as to improve the coordination of medical countermeasure distribution in the event of an emergency. Overall, the Improving Public Health Preparedness Act aims to strengthen the nation's ability to respond to public health emergencies by enhancing coordination, communication, and resources across all levels of government.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3837

Bill HR 3837 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 6, 2023. Bill HR 3837 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 6, 2023. Bill HR 3837's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of June 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3837

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3837

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

Department of Health and Human ServicesEmergency planning and evacuationExecutive agency funding and structureHealth technology, devices, suppliesIntergovernmental relationsStrategic materials and reserves

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3837

Improving Public Health Preparedness ActImproving Public Health Preparedness ActTo amend the Public Health Service Act to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to delegate primary responsibility for maintaining the Strategic National Stockpile to the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, and for other purposes.

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