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Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2021
12/31/2022, 5:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4808
Bill 117 HR 4808, also known as the Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2021, aims to address the funding and staffing shortages that have plagued public health institutions in the United States. The bill seeks to restore trust in these institutions by providing additional resources and support to ensure they can effectively respond to public health crises.
Specifically, the bill allocates funding to hire more public health professionals, such as epidemiologists, nurses, and community health workers, to bolster the capacity of public health institutions. Additionally, the bill provides funding for training programs to ensure that these professionals are equipped with the necessary skills to address emerging public health threats.
Furthermore, the bill establishes a grant program to support research and innovation in public health, with a focus on addressing health disparities and improving health outcomes for underserved communities. The bill also includes provisions to enhance coordination and communication between public health agencies at the federal, state, and local levels to ensure a more cohesive and effective response to public health emergencies. Overall, the Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2021 aims to strengthen public health institutions and restore public trust in their ability to protect and promote the health of all Americans.
Specifically, the bill allocates funding to hire more public health professionals, such as epidemiologists, nurses, and community health workers, to bolster the capacity of public health institutions. Additionally, the bill provides funding for training programs to ensure that these professionals are equipped with the necessary skills to address emerging public health threats.
Furthermore, the bill establishes a grant program to support research and innovation in public health, with a focus on addressing health disparities and improving health outcomes for underserved communities. The bill also includes provisions to enhance coordination and communication between public health agencies at the federal, state, and local levels to ensure a more cohesive and effective response to public health emergencies. Overall, the Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2021 aims to strengthen public health institutions and restore public trust in their ability to protect and promote the health of all Americans.
Congressional Summary of HR 4808
Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2021
This bill requires the Government Accountability Office to report on public health messaging and other recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The report must specifically address (1) the data used to make recommendations, (2) the effect of inconsistent messaging on the public's trust in the CDC and willingness to follow its vaccine and other COVID-19 guidance, and (3) the degree to which outside entities influenced CDC recommendations.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4808
Bill HR 4808 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 29, 2021. Bill HR 4808 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 29, 2021. Bill HR 4808's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of July 30, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4808
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4808
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Congressional oversight
- Department of Health and Human Services
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Government information and archives
- Government studies and investigations
- Health programs administration and funding
- Health promotion and preventive care
- Immunology and vaccination
- Infectious and parasitic diseases
- Labor-management relations
- Teaching, teachers, curricula
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4808
To require the Government Accountability Office to submit a report on the public health mitigation messaging and guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2021
Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2021
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4808
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