United States Commitment to Global Child Survival Act of 2007

Bill 110 s 1418, also known as the United States Commitment to Global Child Survival Act of 2007, was introduced in the 110th Congress on May 15, 2007 by Senator Richard Durbin. The purpose of this bill was to improve the health and well-being of children in developing countries by increasing funding for programs that focus on child survival.

The bill aimed to achieve this goal by authorizing the President to provide assistance to developing countries for child survival and maternal health programs. This assistance would include funding for immunizations, nutrition programs, clean water initiatives, and other essential health services for children and mothers.

Additionally, the bill called for the establishment of a Child Survival Coordinator within the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to oversee and coordinate these programs. The Coordinator would be responsible for developing a comprehensive strategy for improving child survival rates in developing countries and ensuring that funds are allocated effectively. Overall, the United States Commitment to Global Child Survival Act of 2007 sought to prioritize the health and well-being of children in developing countries and provide them with the necessary resources to thrive. The bill received bipartisan support and was ultimately signed into law on December 19, 2007.