Protecting PAHPA Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4697 Protecting PAHPA Act of 2023 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 4697

Bill 118 hr 4697, also known as the Protecting PAHPA Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to enhance the Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response capabilities of the United States.

The bill proposes several key provisions to achieve this goal. Firstly, it seeks to strengthen the coordination and communication between federal, state, and local agencies in responding to public health emergencies. This includes improving the sharing of information and resources to ensure a more effective and efficient response.

Secondly, the bill aims to enhance the capacity of the healthcare system to respond to public health emergencies. This includes increasing funding for medical countermeasures, such as vaccines and treatments, as well as improving the training and readiness of healthcare providers. Additionally, the bill seeks to improve the resilience of critical infrastructure, such as hospitals and public health laboratories, to better withstand and respond to public health emergencies. This includes investing in infrastructure upgrades and modernization efforts. Overall, the Protecting PAHPA Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to strengthen the nation's ability to respond to public health emergencies. By enhancing coordination, communication, and capacity within the healthcare system, the bill seeks to better protect the health and safety of all Americans in times of crisis.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4697

Bill HR 4697 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 18, 2023. Bill HR 4697 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 18, 2023. Bill HR 4697's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of July 21, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4697

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4697

Protecting PAHPA Act of 2023Protecting PAHPA Act of 2023Protecting Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Act of 2023To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize certain programs with respect to public health security and all-hazards preparedness and response related to the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response and certain programs with respect to public health security and all-hazards preparedness and response related to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and for other purposes.

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