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PREPARE Act

1/12/2024, 1:00 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3066

The PREPARE Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 3066, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to enhance the preparedness and response capabilities of the United States in the event of a natural disaster or other emergency situation.

The PREPARE Act focuses on several key areas to achieve this goal. First, it aims to improve coordination and communication between federal, state, and local agencies involved in emergency response efforts. This includes establishing a national strategy for disaster preparedness and response, as well as creating a framework for sharing information and resources across different levels of government.

Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance the training and capabilities of first responders, including firefighters, law enforcement officers, and emergency medical personnel. This includes providing funding for training programs, equipment upgrades, and other resources needed to effectively respond to emergencies. The PREPARE Act also addresses the need for better infrastructure and technology to support emergency response efforts. This includes investing in modernizing communication systems, improving data collection and analysis capabilities, and ensuring that critical infrastructure such as hospitals and transportation networks are resilient to disasters. Overall, the PREPARE Act is aimed at ensuring that the United States is better prepared to respond to and recover from emergencies, whether they be natural disasters, terrorist attacks, or other threats to public safety. By improving coordination, training, and infrastructure, this legislation seeks to enhance the nation's ability to protect its citizens and communities in times of crisis.

Congressional Summary of HR 3066

Pandemics Require Evaluating, Planning, And Responding Effectively Act or the PREPARE Act

This bill establishes the National Commission on the COVID-19 Pandemic in the legislative branch and sets out its duties and membership.

The commission must investigate and report on the nation's preparedness for and response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It terminates 60 days after the submission of its final report.

The bill exempts the commission from certain requirements that apply to federal advisory committees.

Current Status of Bill HR 3066

Bill HR 3066 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 2, 2023. Bill HR 3066 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 2, 2023.  Bill HR 3066's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of May 5, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3066

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3066

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Advisory bodies
- Asia
- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- China
- Congressional operations and organization
- Congressional oversight
- Economic performance and conditions
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Financial services and investments
- Government studies and investigations
- Health facilities and institutions
- Health promotion and preventive care
- Health technology, devices, supplies
- Immunology and vaccination
- Indian social and development programs
- Infectious and parasitic diseases
- Intergovernmental relations
- Medical tests and diagnostic methods
- Military procurement, research, weapons development
- Performance measurement
- Public contracts and procurement
- State and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3066

PREPARE Act
PREPARE Act
Pandemics Require Evaluating, Planning, and Responding Effectively Act
To establish the National Commission on the COVID-19 Pandemic, and for other purposes.

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