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CDC Tribal Public Health Security and Preparedness Act

Introduced: March 30, 2022 Introduced by: Warren, Elizabeth Democratic · Massachusetts See on congress.gov

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

Mar 30, 2022

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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.

The CDC must award at least 10 cooperative agreements to tribal applicants.

Additionally, the CDC must consult with tribes and tribal organizations to ensure the PHEP program enables these entities to respond to public health emergencies. The CDC may make certain modifications to the program after the consultation.

What's happening now March 30, 2022

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

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