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To amend the Public Health Service Act to strike the requirement that the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention be appointed by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3820

Bill 118 hr 3820 aims to amend the Public Health Service Act by removing the requirement that the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) must be appointed by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. This bill seeks to streamline the process of appointing the CDC Director by eliminating the need for Senate approval.

The CDC plays a crucial role in protecting public health and preventing the spread of diseases in the United States. By removing the Senate confirmation requirement for the CDC Director, this bill aims to expedite the appointment process and ensure that the CDC can quickly respond to public health emergencies and carry out its important work without delays.

Supporters of the bill argue that removing the Senate confirmation requirement will allow for a more efficient and timely appointment of the CDC Director, ultimately benefiting public health efforts. Critics, however, may raise concerns about the potential lack of oversight and accountability in the appointment process. Overall, Bill 118 hr 3820 seeks to streamline the appointment process for the CDC Director and ensure that the agency can effectively carry out its mission of protecting public health in the United States.

Current Status of Bill HR 3820

Bill HR 3820 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 5, 2023. Bill HR 3820 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 5, 2023.  Bill HR 3820's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of June 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3820

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
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 3820

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Federal officials

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3820

To amend the Public Health Service Act to strike the requirement that the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention be appointed by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.
To amend the Public Health Service Act to strike the requirement that the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention be appointed by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.

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