To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish an exposure registry and conduct epidemiological studies to assess health outcomes associated with the Red Hill Incident.

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Summary of Bill HR 4061

Bill 118 hr 4061, also known as the Red Hill Incident Health Impact Assessment Act, aims to address the health concerns stemming from the Red Hill Incident. This incident refers to a major fuel leak that occurred at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility in Hawaii in 2014, which contaminated the local water supply.

The bill mandates the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish an exposure registry to track individuals who may have been affected by the Red Hill Incident. This registry will help identify and monitor individuals who may have been exposed to the contaminated water and assess any potential health outcomes associated with the incident.

Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary to conduct epidemiological studies to further investigate the health impacts of the Red Hill Incident. These studies will help provide valuable information on the long-term health effects of exposure to the contaminated water and inform future public health interventions. Overall, Bill 118 hr 4061 seeks to address the health concerns of individuals affected by the Red Hill Incident by establishing a comprehensive exposure registry and conducting epidemiological studies to assess the health outcomes associated with the incident.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4061

Bill HR 4061 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 13, 2023. Bill HR 4061 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 13, 2023. Bill HR 4061's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of June 16, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4061

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Health

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Congressional oversightEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchEnvironmental healthGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsHawaiiHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth information and medical recordsMedical researchMilitary facilities and propertyOil and gasPublic contracts and procurementPublic-private cooperationResearch administration and fundingWater quality

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4061

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish an exposure registry and conduct epidemiological studies to assess health outcomes associated with the Red Hill Incident.To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish an exposure registry and conduct epidemiological studies to assess health outcomes associated with the Red Hill Incident.

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