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To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the inclusion of a biological attribution strategy, and an early warning strategy and implementation plan, in the National Health Security Strategy, and for other purposes.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4516

Bill 118 hr 4516 aims to amend the Public Health Service Act by adding provisions for a biological attribution strategy and an early warning strategy and implementation plan to the National Health Security Strategy. The goal of these additions is to enhance the country's ability to respond to public health emergencies, particularly those involving biological threats.

The biological attribution strategy outlined in the bill will focus on identifying the source of biological threats, such as infectious diseases or bioterrorism incidents. By understanding the origins of these threats, public health officials can better respond to and contain outbreaks, ultimately protecting the health and safety of the American people.

Additionally, the early warning strategy and implementation plan included in the bill will aim to improve the country's ability to detect and respond to public health emergencies in a timely manner. This will involve the development of systems and protocols for monitoring and reporting potential threats, as well as coordinating responses across federal, state, and local agencies. Overall, Bill 118 hr 4516 seeks to strengthen the National Health Security Strategy by incorporating new strategies and plans to address biological threats and improve the country's readiness to respond to public health emergencies.

Current Status of Bill HR 4516

Bill HR 4516 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 10, 2023. Bill HR 4516 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 10, 2023.  Bill HR 4516's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of July 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4516

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 4516

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4516

To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the inclusion of a biological attribution strategy, and an early warning strategy and implementation plan, in the National Health Security Strategy, and for other purposes.
To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the inclusion of a biological attribution strategy, and an early warning strategy and implementation plan, in the National Health Security Strategy, and for other purposes.

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