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US-Mexico Border Health: Strategies for COVID-19 and Future Infectious Diseases.

This Act mandates the President to initiate negotiations with Mexico to strengthen public health cooperation in the border region. The goal is to improve preparedness for pandemics like COVID-19 and future infectious diseases by developing joint plans for testing, contact tracing, and vaccine distribution. Citizens in the border area can expect a more coordinated and rapid response to health threats, enhancing their safety and economic stability.
Key points
Strengthened Cross-Border Cooperation: The President must begin negotiations with Mexico to amend the Border Health Commission agreement, focusing on infectious disease preparedness.
COVID-19 Action Plan: The Commission must develop and publish a binational strategic plan for COVID-19, covering testing, contact tracing, mitigating economic effects, and vaccine disbursement for vulnerable populations.
Future Epidemic Readiness: A plan must be created and regularly updated to prepare and respond to infectious diseases other than COVID-19, ensuring better public health protection in the border region.
Increased Transparency: The Commission will regularly report to Congress on the implementation of these plans, increasing oversight of federal agency actions.
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Print number: 117_HR_1538
Sponsor: Rep. Escobar, Veronica [D-TX-16]
Process start date: 2021-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Binational Health Strategies Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1538.

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 2021-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Strengthened Cross-Border Cooperation: The President must begin negotiations with Mexico to amend the Border Health Commission agreement, focusing on infectious disease preparedness.
  • COVID-19 Action Plan: The Commission must develop and publish a binational strategic plan for COVID-19, covering testing, contact tracing, mitigating economic effects, and vaccine disbursement for vulnerable populations.
  • Future Epidemic Readiness: A plan must be created and regularly updated to prepare and respond to infectious diseases other than COVID-19, ensuring better public health protection in the border region.
  • Increased Transparency: The Commission will regularly report to Congress on the implementation of these plans, increasing oversight of federal agency actions.
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. Escobar, Veronica [D-TX-16].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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