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Medical Countermeasures Program for Homeland Security Department Employees

This act establishes a medical countermeasures program within the Department of Homeland Security to protect its employees and working animals from threats like chemical, biological attacks, or pandemics. This aims to ensure the department's operational continuity during crises. Citizens may experience an indirect impact through increased readiness of national security services.
Key points
Creation of a program to provide medicines and vaccines for Department of Homeland Security employees.
Establishment of medical stockpiles (antibiotics, antivirals) and their strategic nationwide placement.
Training for department employees on the use and distribution of medical countermeasures in emergencies.
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Print number: 117_HR_3263
Sponsor: Rep. Miller-Meeks, Mariannette [R-IA-2]
Process start date: 2021-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

DHS Medical Countermeasures Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3263.

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 2021-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a program to provide medicines and vaccines for Department of Homeland Security employees.
  • Establishment of medical stockpiles (antibiotics, antivirals) and their strategic nationwide placement.
  • Training for department employees on the use and distribution of medical countermeasures in emergencies.
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. Miller-Meeks, Mariannette [R-IA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Pursuant to section 7 of H. Res. 535, and the motion offered by Mr. Hoyer, the following bills passed under suspension of the rules: H.R. 678; H.R. 1036; H.R. 1079, as amended; H.R. 1158; H.R. 1250; H.R. 1754; H.R. 1833, as amended; H.R. 1850; H.R. 1871; H.R. 1877, as amended; H.R. 1893; H.R. 1895; H.R. 2118; H.R. 2795, as amended; H.R. 2928; H.R. 2980, as amended; H.R. 3003; H.R. 3138, as amended; H.R. 3223; H.R. 3263; and H.R. 3264; and the following resolutions were agreed to under suspension of the rules: H. Res. 277; and H. Res. 294. (consideration: CR H3715-3730; text: CR H3728)

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

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