Promoting Public Health Information Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:54:38Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1004 Promoting Public Health Information Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:54 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1004

Bill 118 hr 1004, also known as the Promoting Public Health Information Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving access to accurate and timely public health information. The bill seeks to address the growing issue of misinformation and disinformation surrounding public health issues, such as vaccines, pandemics, and other health crises.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a task force dedicated to monitoring and combating misinformation related to public health. This task force would be responsible for identifying and addressing false or misleading information, as well as promoting accurate and evidence-based information to the public.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased funding for public health agencies and organizations that are working to disseminate accurate information to the public. This funding would be used to support public health campaigns, educational initiatives, and other efforts to combat misinformation and promote public health. Overall, the Promoting Public Health Information Act aims to ensure that the public has access to reliable and trustworthy information about important health issues. By addressing misinformation and promoting accurate information, the bill seeks to improve public health outcomes and protect the well-being of all Americans.

Congressional Summary of HR 1004

Promoting Public Health Information Act

This bill sets out programs and activities to support the communication and dissemination of evidence-based public health information, with a particular focus on communication during public health emergencies.

Specifically, it temporarily establishes an advisory committee to report on and make recommendations about, for example, the role and impact of misinformation on responses to public health emergencies and strategies to improve communication during such emergencies. The committee terminates four years after the bill's enactment.

Additionally, the Department of Health and Human Services must support the development of initiatives that promote fact-based public health and medical information to the public and educate the public on identifying misinformation.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1004

Bill HR 1004 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 14, 2023. Bill HR 1004 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 14, 2023. Bill HR 1004's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of February 24, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1004

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1004

Promoting Public Health Information Act

To establish the Public Health Information and Communications Advisory Committee for purposes of providing recommendations and reports, and to support educational initiatives on communication and dissemination of information during public health emergencies.