Mink VIRUS Act

The Mink VIRUS Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 3783, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to address the issue of the spread of viruses from mink to humans. The bill specifically focuses on the potential transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus from mink to humans, as mink have been found to be susceptible to the virus and have transmitted it to humans in some cases.

The Mink VIRUS Act proposes several measures to prevent the spread of viruses from mink to humans. These measures include increased surveillance of mink populations for the presence of viruses, as well as the development of guidelines for the safe handling and management of mink farms to prevent the spread of viruses.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased research into the potential risks of virus transmission from mink to humans, as well as the development of strategies to mitigate these risks. The Mink VIRUS Act also includes provisions for the coordination of efforts between federal, state, and local agencies to address the issue of virus transmission from mink to humans. Overall, the Mink VIRUS Act is aimed at protecting public health by addressing the potential risks of virus transmission from mink to humans and implementing measures to prevent the spread of viruses in mink populations.