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COVID-19 Origin Declassification: More Transparency for Citizens

This act mandates the declassification of secret information regarding the origin of COVID-19, including data on research and illnesses in Wuhan. This aims to help understand the pandemic and prevent future threats, providing citizens with a fuller picture.
Key points
The U.S. government must declassify information on links between the Wuhan Institute of Virology and COVID-19's origin.
Citizens will learn about coronavirus research and illnesses among scientists before the pandemic outbreak.
The goal is better preparedness for future pandemics through full knowledge of the current one's sources.
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Print number: 117_HR_3191
Sponsor: Rep. Gallagher, Mike [R-WI-8]
Process start date: 2021-05-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COVID–19 Origin Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3191.

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 2021-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. government must declassify information on links between the Wuhan Institute of Virology and COVID-19's origin.
  • Citizens will learn about coronavirus research and illnesses among scientists before the pandemic outbreak.
  • The goal is better preparedness for future pandemics through full knowledge of the current one's sources.
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. Gallagher, Mike [R-WI-8].

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 2025-12-27.

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