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Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 4:07 PM

Summary of Bill S 1166

Bill 118 s 1166, also known as the Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of rebuilding trust in public health institutions. The bill seeks to address the erosion of trust in public health agencies and organizations that has occurred in recent years, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The main provisions of the bill include measures to increase transparency and accountability within public health institutions, as well as efforts to improve communication with the public. The bill also calls for increased funding for public health programs and initiatives, with a focus on addressing health disparities and promoting health equity.

Additionally, the Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2023 includes provisions to strengthen the capacity of public health institutions to respond to public health emergencies, such as pandemics and natural disasters. This includes funding for research and development of new treatments and vaccines, as well as investments in public health infrastructure and workforce development. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 s 1166 is to restore trust in public health institutions and ensure that they have the resources and support needed to effectively protect and promote the health of all Americans. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, with bipartisan support for its passage.

Congressional Summary of S 1166

Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2023

This bill requires the Government Accountability Office to report on public health messaging and other recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The report must specifically address (1) the data used to make recommendations; (2) the effect of inconsistent messaging on the public's trust in the CDC, willingness to follow the CDC's COVID-19 guidance, and attitudes about immunizations both in general and for specific populations; and (3) the degree to which outside entities influenced CDC recommendations.

Current Status of Bill S 1166

Bill S 1166 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 17, 2023. Bill S 1166 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 17, 2023.  Bill S 1166's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of April 17, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1166

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1166

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1166

Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2023
Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2023
A bill to require the Comptroller General of the United States to submit a report on the public health mitigation messaging and guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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