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Flu Vaccine Act

12/7/2023, 5:07 PM

Summary of Bill S 3215

Bill 118 s 3215, also known as the Flu Vaccine Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of increasing access to flu vaccines for all Americans. The bill proposes several key measures to achieve this goal.

Firstly, the bill calls for the establishment of a national flu vaccine distribution program, which would ensure that vaccines are readily available to all individuals, regardless of their location or financial status. This program would be funded by the federal government and would work in collaboration with state and local health departments to ensure efficient distribution.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase public awareness about the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu. This would involve educational campaigns targeting high-risk populations, such as the elderly and individuals with chronic health conditions, to encourage them to get vaccinated. Furthermore, the bill seeks to address barriers to vaccination, such as cost and access issues. It proposes measures to make flu vaccines more affordable for all Americans, including expanding insurance coverage for vaccines and providing subsidies for low-income individuals. Overall, the Flu Vaccine Act aims to improve public health by increasing vaccination rates and reducing the spread of the flu virus. It emphasizes the importance of prevention and aims to ensure that all Americans have access to the vaccines they need to stay healthy.

Congressional Summary of S 3215

Flu Vaccine Act

This bill requires the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, which is part of the National Institutes of Health, to conduct or support research regarding the development of a universal influenza vaccine.

Current Status of Bill S 3215

Bill S 3215 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 2, 2023. Bill S 3215 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 2, 2023.  Bill S 3215's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of November 2, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3215

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
8
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3215

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3215

Flu Vaccine Act
Flu Vaccine Act
A bill to conduct or support further comprehensive research for the creation of a universal influenza vaccine or preventative.

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