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Global Health Strategy: Supporting Poor Countries and Addressing Injustice.

This resolution calls on the U.S. government to adopt a new global health solidarity strategy to end preventable deaths in poor countries. It involves increasing investments in healthcare systems, developing medicines and vaccines, and combating economic injustices that hinder countries from funding their own healthcare. The goal is to improve access to healthcare for millions worldwide.
Key points
Increase U.S. global health funding to 0.7% of gross national income to help cover healthcare financing gaps in low-income countries.
Support developing countries in building strong, public healthcare systems, including staff training, infrastructure development, and access to medicines and medical technologies.
Take action to end harmful economic practices, such as debt cancellation, democratizing financial institutions, and combating tax avoidance, which weaken poor countries' ability to fund public services.
Recognize the U.S. government's duty to provide reparations for historical and ongoing harms, including slavery, colonialism, and climate change responsibility, which negatively impact global health and well-being.
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Print number: 117_HRES_1373
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2022-09-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Honoring the life of Dr. Paul Farmer by recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to adopt a 21st-century global health solidarity strategy and take actions to address past and ongoing harms that undermine the health and well-being of people around the world.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_1373.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increase U.S. global health funding to 0.7% of gross national income to help cover healthcare financing gaps in low-income countries.
  • Support developing countries in building strong, public healthcare systems, including staff training, infrastructure development, and access to medicines and medical technologies.
  • Take action to end harmful economic practices, such as debt cancellation, democratizing financial institutions, and combating tax avoidance, which weaken poor countries' ability to fund public services.
  • Recognize the U.S. government's duty to provide reparations for historical and ongoing harms, including slavery, colonialism, and climate change responsibility, which negatively impact global health and well-being.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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