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S.3486: CDC Tribal Public Health Security and Preparedness Act
About This Bill
- Introduced March 12, 2020
- Latest Major Action March 12, 2020
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - March 12, 2020
Bill Summary
CDC Tribal Public Health Security and Preparedness Act This bill allows tribes and tribal organizations to apply directly to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) program funds. Currently, only states and certain local entities may apply for PHEP funds to respond to public health emergencies, such as COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019). The CDC must award at least 10...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 12, 2020 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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| March 12, 2020 |
Introduced in the Senate by Tom Udall (D-N.M.) |