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H.R.6569: Public Health Emergency Response Act of 2008
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced July 22, 2008
- Latest Major Action July 22, 2008
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
10 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Public Health Emergency Response Act of 2008 - Amends the Public Health Service Act to allow the Secretary of Health and Human Services to activate the coverage of short-term emergency health care services if the Secretary determines that there is a public health emergency. Sets forth factors for the Secretary to consider, including the degree to which the emergency is likely to overwhelm health care providers in the region.Requires the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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July 22, 2008 |
Introduced in the House by Lois Capps (D-Calif.) |