Diagnostics Testing Preparedness Plan Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-03-08T06:38:19Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1108 Diagnostics Testing Preparedness Plan Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/8/2025, 6:38 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1108

Bill 119 hr 1108, also known as the Diagnostic Testing Improvement Act, aims to amend the Public Health Service Act in order to enhance the development and distribution of diagnostic tests during public health emergencies. The bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to create a comprehensive plan to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of diagnostic testing in times of crisis.

The main goal of the bill is to ensure that the United States is better prepared to respond to public health emergencies, such as pandemics or outbreaks of infectious diseases, by streamlining the process of developing and distributing diagnostic tests. By doing so, the bill aims to improve the country's ability to quickly and accurately identify and contain potential health threats.

In addition to improving diagnostic testing capabilities, the bill also includes provisions for enhancing coordination and communication among federal, state, and local health agencies during public health emergencies. This will help ensure a more cohesive and efficient response to crises that require rapid and widespread testing. Overall, the Diagnostic Testing Improvement Act seeks to strengthen the nation's public health infrastructure and enhance its ability to respond effectively to emergencies that require diagnostic testing. By developing a comprehensive plan for improving testing capabilities, the bill aims to better protect the health and safety of the American people during times of crisis.

Congressional Summary of HR 1108

Diagnostics Testing Preparedness Plan Act of 2025

This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to develop and publish a plan for the rapid development and distribution of diagnostic tests in response to a chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear threat, including an emerging infectious disease, that causes or has significant potential to cause a declared public health emergency.

Specifically, HHS must coordinate with any relevant public and private entities, such as government entities and device manufacturers, in creating the plan and facilitating its collaborative implementation. The plan must take into consideration certain factors specified in the bill, including domestic testing capacity, novel technologies, and medical supply needs. HHS must publish the plan within one year after enactment of the bill and then update the plan every three years.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1108

Bill HR 1108 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2025. Bill HR 1108 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 7, 2025. Bill HR 1108's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 7, 2025

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1108

To amend the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop a plan to improve the development and distribution of diagnostic tests during a public health emergency, and for other purposes.