Improving DATA in Public Health Act

Hozzl · 2024-02-01T15:30:24Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3545 Improving DATA in Public Health Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/1/2024, 3:30 PM

Summary of Bill S 3545

Bill 118 s 3545, also known as the Improving DATA in Public Health Act, aims to enhance the collection and reporting of data related to public health issues in the United States. The bill focuses on improving the accuracy and timeliness of data collection, as well as increasing transparency and accessibility of public health information.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to support state and local health departments in upgrading their data collection systems. This will help ensure that data on public health trends, such as disease outbreaks and vaccination rates, is collected in a consistent and standardized manner across the country.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to strengthen the capacity of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to analyze and disseminate public health data. This will enable the CDC to provide more timely and accurate information to policymakers, healthcare providers, and the general public, helping to inform decision-making and improve public health outcomes. Overall, the Improving DATA in Public Health Act seeks to modernize and improve the infrastructure for collecting, analyzing, and reporting public health data in the United States. By enhancing the quality and accessibility of this information, the bill aims to support more effective public health interventions and ultimately improve the health and well-being of all Americans.

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Current Status of Bill S 3545

Bill S 3545 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 14, 2023. Bill S 3545 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 14, 2023. Bill S 3545's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of December 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3545

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3545

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Health

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Advisory bodiesComputers and information technologyCongressional oversightDepartment of Health and Human ServicesExecutive agency funding and structureGovernment information and archivesHealth information and medical recordsHealth programs administration and fundingIntergovernmental relations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3545

Improving DATA in Public Health ActImproving DATA in Public Health ActImproving Data Accessibility Through Advancements in Public Health ActA bill to amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to public health data accessibility, and for other purposes.

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