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$8.4 Billion Emergency Funding for COVID-19 Care in Underserved Communities.

This Act allocates $8.4 billion in emergency funds to combat COVID-19, focusing specifically on medically underserved communities and Native American populations. The funding ensures the provision of testing, equitable vaccine distribution, PPE for essential workers, and social support for individuals in isolation. A critical provision mandates strict privacy protection for personal data collected during contact tracing, prohibiting sharing with law enforcement.
Key points
$8 billion is allocated for comprehensive testing, vaccination, and contact tracing programs in medically underserved communities.
$400 million supports the Indian Health Service and Tribal organizations in their pandemic response efforts.
Strict privacy rules are established: contact tracing data cannot be shared with law enforcement or used for purposes outside the program.
The program includes providing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to essential workers and offering support services for voluntary isolation and quarantine.
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Print number: 117_HR_1835
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Process start date: 2021-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1835.

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 2021-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • $8 billion is allocated for comprehensive testing, vaccination, and contact tracing programs in medically underserved communities.
  • $400 million supports the Indian Health Service and Tribal organizations in their pandemic response efforts.
  • Strict privacy rules are established: contact tracing data cannot be shared with law enforcement or used for purposes outside the program.
  • The program includes providing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to essential workers and offering support services for voluntary isolation and quarantine.
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. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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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