Tick Identification Pilot Program Act of 2023

Bill 118 HR 4412, also known as the Tick Identification Pilot Program Act of 2023, is a proposed piece of legislation in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a pilot program that would focus on identifying and tracking tick populations in order to better understand and combat the spread of tick-borne diseases.

The bill would allocate funding for the development and implementation of the pilot program, which would involve collecting data on tick populations in various regions of the country. This data would be used to create a comprehensive database that could be accessed by researchers, public health officials, and other stakeholders.

Additionally, the bill would require the Department of Health and Human Services to collaborate with other federal agencies, as well as state and local governments, to coordinate efforts to address tick-borne diseases. This would include sharing information and best practices for prevention and treatment. Overall, the Tick Identification Pilot Program Act of 2023 aims to improve our understanding of tick populations and the diseases they carry, with the ultimate goal of reducing the impact of tick-borne illnesses on public health.