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A bill to provide for a comprehensive Federal response to Long COVID, including research, education, and support for affected individuals, to direct the National Institutes of Health to establish a Long COVID research program, and for other purposes.

8/2/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4964

Bill 118 s 4964, also known as the Long COVID Comprehensive Response Act, aims to address the growing issue of Long COVID in the United States. Long COVID refers to the lingering symptoms and health complications that some individuals experience after recovering from COVID-19.

The bill proposes a comprehensive Federal response to Long COVID, which includes funding for research, education, and support for individuals affected by the condition. One of the key provisions of the bill is the directive for the National Institutes of Health to establish a Long COVID research program. This program will focus on studying the long-term effects of COVID-19, identifying effective treatments, and improving the overall understanding of the condition.

In addition to research, the bill also aims to provide resources and support for individuals living with Long COVID. This includes access to healthcare services, mental health support, and assistance with managing symptoms and complications. Overall, the Long COVID Comprehensive Response Act seeks to address the ongoing challenges faced by individuals with Long COVID and to improve the overall response to this emerging health issue.

Current Status of Bill S 4964

Bill S 4964 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 1, 2024. Bill S 4964 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on August 1, 2024.  Bill S 4964's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of August 1, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4964

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4964

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4964

A bill to provide for a comprehensive Federal response to Long COVID, including research, education, and support for affected individuals, to direct the National Institutes of Health to establish a Long COVID research program, and for other purposes.
A bill to provide for a comprehensive Federal response to Long COVID, including research, education, and support for affected individuals, to direct the National Institutes of Health to establish a Long COVID research program, and for other purposes.

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