Medical and Health Stockpile Accountability Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3577 Medical and Health Stockpile Accountability Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3577

Bill 118 HR 3577, also known as the Medical and Health Stockpile Accountability Act of 2023, aims to improve the accountability and transparency of the United States' medical and health stockpile. The bill requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a comprehensive inventory system for all medical and health supplies held in the stockpile.

Additionally, the bill mandates regular audits of the stockpile to ensure that all supplies are accounted for and in good condition. The Secretary of Health and Human Services is also required to report to Congress on the status of the stockpile, including any shortages or excess supplies.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for the disposal of expired or unusable supplies in the stockpile, as well as requirements for the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop a plan for replenishing and maintaining the stockpile. Overall, the Medical and Health Stockpile Accountability Act of 2023 aims to ensure that the United States is prepared to respond to public health emergencies by maintaining a well-managed and accountable stockpile of medical and health supplies.

Congressional Summary of HR 3577

Medical and Health Stockpile Accountability Act of 2023

This bill requires the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, which is a part of the Department of Health and Human Services, to develop an automated application to track the amount of supplies in the Strategic National Stockpile and in similar inventories maintained by states, tribes, territories, and private entities (e.g., hospitals).

Additionally, the office must (1) provide for an annual exercise to test the effectiveness of the application, and (2) establish a program to assist health care entities in obtaining automated vendor management systems.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3577

Bill HR 3577 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 22, 2023. Bill HR 3577 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 22, 2023. Bill HR 3577's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of May 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3577

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3577

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Computers and information technology

- Emergency planning and evacuation

- Government information and archives

- Health technology, devices, supplies

- Internet, web applications, social media

- Strategic materials and reserves

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3577

Medical and Health Stockpile Accountability Act of 2023

To require the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response to establish an automated supply chain tracking application that provides near real-time insight into the amount of critical medical and health supplies available in the Strategic National Stockpile.