House Bill 4459
118th Congress(2023-2024)
Improving Contract Transparency at BARDA Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on Jul 3, 2023
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
4459
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
Improving Contract Transparency at BARDA Act
This bill establishes a maximum period for a contract between the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) and another entity.
Specifically, BARDA may initially contract with another entity for up to 5 years; initial contracts that are particularly difficult or complex to perform may be for up to 10 years, if determined necessary. Contracts may be renewed for up to five years at a time.
July 3, 2023
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07/07/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
07/03/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
07/03/2023
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Aug 15, 2024 7:38:04 PM