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COVID–19 Supply Chain Relief Act

12/30/2022, 3:33 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6360

The COVID-19 Supply Chain Relief Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 6360, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing issues within the supply chain related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill seeks to provide relief and support to businesses and industries that have been impacted by disruptions in the supply chain due to the ongoing public health crisis.

Key provisions of the COVID-19 Supply Chain Relief Act include measures to increase funding for the production and distribution of essential medical supplies, such as personal protective equipment (PPE) and ventilators. The bill also includes provisions to support the transportation and logistics industries, which have been strained by the increased demand for shipping and delivery services during the pandemic.

Additionally, the legislation aims to improve coordination and communication between government agencies, businesses, and other stakeholders involved in the supply chain. This includes establishing a task force to monitor and address supply chain disruptions, as well as providing resources and assistance to businesses seeking to adapt to the changing market conditions. Overall, the COVID-19 Supply Chain Relief Act is designed to help mitigate the economic impact of the pandemic on the supply chain and ensure that essential goods and services continue to be available to the American public. The bill is currently being considered by Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.

Congressional Summary of HR 6360

COVID-19 Supply Chain Relief Act

This bill establishes in the Executive Office of the President an Office of Supply Chain Policy, headed by a Supply Chain Czar appointed by the President.

Such office shall

  • coordinate a national response to supply chain disruptions, shortages, and increased prices;
  • serve as a resource for states as they deploy unused COVID-19 relief funds to address supply chain bottlenecks; and
  • appoint, oversee, and coordinate among regional supply chain leaders.

Unobligated COVID-19 relief funds may be made available to states, territories, or tribal governments to help address supply chain disruptions and labor shortages by undertaking one or more of the following:

  • promoting employment in the trucking and logistics industries,
  • implementing apprenticeship programs to recruit more women and military veterans to become licensed commercial motor vehicle drivers,
  • undertaking port and shipping infrastructure projects, and
  • providing relief from other detrimental economic impacts of supply chain disruptions.

The Department of Commerce must issue guidance, as needed, to define the scope of the allowable activities listed above.

Further, Commerce shall publish and submit to Congress a report on (1) supply chain points of congestion or blockages; (2) underlying causes of supply chain disruptions, shortages, and delays; and (3) other supply chain shortcomings which could be remedied with public or private investment.

Current Status of Bill HR 6360

Bill HR 6360 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 6, 2022. Bill HR 6360 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on January 6, 2022.  Bill HR 6360's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce. as of January 7, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6360

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6360

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Congressional oversight
- Economic performance and conditions
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Employment and training programs
- Executive Office of the President
- Executive agency funding and structure
- Federal officials
- Infectious and parasitic diseases
- Manufacturing
- Motor carriers
- Navigation, waterways, harbors
- Retail and wholesale trades
- State and local finance
- State and local government operations
- Transportation employees
- Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation
- Women's employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6360

COVID–19 Supply Chain Relief Act
COVID–19 Supply Chain Relief Act
To establish a Supply Chain Czar, and for other purposes.

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