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H.R.7152: Tracking Pathogens Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced March 18, 2022
- Latest Major Action March 21, 2022
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - March 18, 2022
Bill Summary
Tracking Pathogens Act This bill requires the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to take specified actions related to the genomic sequencing of pathogens. Specifically, the CDC must issue guidance on sharing specimens and other activities to support collaboration in the genomic sequencing of pathogens. The CDC must also strengthen and expand activities related to the use of genomic sequencing of pathogens in public health...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 21, 2022 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| March 18, 2022 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| March 18, 2022 |
Introduced in the House by Ami Bera (D-Calif.) |