House Bill 3795
118th Congress(2023-2024)
To amend the Public Health Service Act to require the development of a diagnostic testing preparedness plan to be used during public health emergencies, and for other purposes.
Introduced
Introduced in House on Jun 5, 2023
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
3795
Congress
118
Policy Area
Health
Health
Primary focus of measure is science or practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease; health services administration and funding, including such programs as Medicare and Medicaid; health personnel and medical education; drug use and safety; health care coverage and insurance; health facilities. Measures concerning controlled substances and drug trafficking may fall under Crime and Law Enforcement policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
This bill requires the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) to develop a strategic plan that supports rapid deployment of diagnostic tests during public health emergencies.
Specifically, ASPR must develop and periodically update a plan for rapid development, procurement, and distribution of diagnostic tests during public health emergencies, including laboratory and at-home tests. The plan must promote collaboration among government agencies and private sector stakeholders (e.g., manufacturers of diagnostic tests).
June 5, 2023
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06/09/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
06/05/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
06/05/2023
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
May 21, 2024 8:52:34 PM