Public Health Emergency Response Act
1/4/2025, 11:17 AMSummary of Bill HR 4009
Bill 118 hr 4009, also known as the Public Health Emergency Response Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve the country's ability to respond to public health emergencies, such as pandemics or natural disasters.One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a National Public Health Emergency Response Fund. This fund would provide resources to federal, state, and local agencies to help them respond quickly and effectively to public health crises. The bill also calls for the creation of a National Public Health Emergency Response Task Force, which would be responsible for coordinating the response efforts of various government agencies.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve the country's public health infrastructure, such as increasing funding for public health departments and expanding access to vaccines and other medical supplies. It also aims to enhance communication and coordination between different levels of government during emergencies. Overall, the Public Health Emergency Response Act seeks to strengthen the country's ability to respond to public health emergencies and protect the health and safety of its citizens. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to ensure a more coordinated and effective response to future crises.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4009
Bill HR 4009 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 12, 2023. Bill HR 4009 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 12, 2023. Bill HR 4009's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security. as of December 17, 2024Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4009
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
10Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4009
Primary Policy Focus
Labor and EmploymentAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4009
Public Health Emergency Response ActPublic Health Emergency Response ActTo establish emergency paid sick leave for individuals impacted by a public health emergency, and for other purposes.Comments
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