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HHS COVID–19 Origin Transparency Act of 2023

3/13/2024, 10:37 AM

Summary of Bill S 2754

Bill 118 s 2754, also known as the HHS COVID–19 Origin Transparency Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to promote transparency and accountability in investigating the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to conduct a thorough investigation into the origins of the COVID-19 virus. This investigation must include a review of all available evidence, including any information provided by foreign governments or international organizations.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that the HHS submit a report to Congress detailing the findings of the investigation within a specified timeframe. This report must be made available to the public in order to ensure transparency and accountability in the process. Overall, the HHS COVID–19 Origin Transparency Act of 2023 aims to shed light on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic and provide the public with a better understanding of how the virus emerged. By promoting transparency and accountability in the investigation process, this bill seeks to prevent future pandemics and protect public health.

Congressional Summary of S 2754

HHS COVID-19 Origin Transparency Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to publish all its information about the COVID-19 outbreak and related research, including previously unreleased information. HHS must report to Congress on any relevant information that it withholds from publication due to security concerns. 

The bill provides for the rescission of $1 million from HHS for each day it fails to comply with the bill's requirements.

Current Status of Bill S 2754

Bill S 2754 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 11, 2023. Bill S 2754 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 11, 2023.  Bill S 2754's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of September 11, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2754

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2754

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2754

HHS COVID–19 Origin Transparency Act of 2023
HHS COVID–19 Origin Transparency Act of 2023
A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to publish all information in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the origin of COVID-19, and for other purposes.

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