COVID–19 and Pandemic Response Centers of Excellence Act

Bill 117 HR 4292, also known as the COVID-19 and Pandemic Response Centers of Excellence Act, aims to establish a network of Centers of Excellence across the United States to enhance the country's ability to respond to pandemics and other public health emergencies. These Centers of Excellence would be tasked with conducting research, developing best practices, and providing training and technical assistance to state and local health departments.

The bill outlines the criteria for designating a Center of Excellence, which includes expertise in infectious disease control, epidemiology, public health preparedness, and emergency response. It also specifies that the Centers of Excellence must collaborate with federal, state, and local agencies, as well as academic institutions and other stakeholders.

Additionally, the bill authorizes funding for the Centers of Excellence and requires them to submit annual reports to Congress on their activities and accomplishments. The goal of this legislation is to improve the nation's readiness and response capabilities in the face of future pandemics and public health crises. Overall, the COVID-19 and Pandemic Response Centers of Excellence Act seeks to strengthen the country's public health infrastructure and ensure that the United States is better prepared to handle future outbreaks and emergencies.