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Support for Small Businesses Producing COVID-19 Medical Supplies

This act aims to increase the availability of critical medical equipment like masks and ventilators by supporting small businesses. Through grants, companies can retool their facilities to produce these items, helping combat the pandemic and ensuring citizens have better access to essential protective gear.
Key points
Small businesses can receive grants to start or increase production of medical supplies needed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Grant recipients must prioritize domestic sales and cannot excessively inflate prices for these goods.
The goal is to ensure citizens have better access to masks, ventilators, and other personal protective equipment.
The program aims to improve rapid response to future health crises by boosting domestic manufacturing.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_346
Sponsor: Rep. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3]
Process start date: 2021-01-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SUPPLIES Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_346.

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 2021-01-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Small businesses can receive grants to start or increase production of medical supplies needed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Grant recipients must prioritize domestic sales and cannot excessively inflate prices for these goods.
  • The goal is to ensure citizens have better access to masks, ventilators, and other personal protective equipment.
  • The program aims to improve rapid response to future health crises by boosting domestic manufacturing.
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. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health Economy Public Investments