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Strengthening National Strategic Stockpile: Better Preparedness for Health Crises

This act aims to strengthen the nation's strategic reserves to better protect citizens during public health emergencies. This means the government will be able to respond more quickly to crises, ensuring access to medicines, vaccines, and medical equipment. The act also introduces new rules for maintaining supplies and collaborating with manufacturers, aiming for greater flexibility in supply chains.
Key points
Faster supply transfers: The government can transfer medicines and medical equipment from strategic reserves to other agencies, especially those nearing expiration, preventing waste and ensuring their use.
Improved equipment maintenance: Strategic reserves will be regularly serviced to ensure medical equipment is always ready for use in emergencies.
Enhanced domestic production: The act supports the production of key medical supplies within the U.S., reducing reliance on foreign sources and increasing supply security during crises.
Support for state stockpiles: States can receive grants to establish or expand their own strategic reserves, boosting local emergency response capabilities.
Increased transparency: Processes for managing and distributing strategic reserves will be more transparent, providing citizens with information on how the government responds to their needs during crises.
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VOTING RESULTS
2021-10-20
95%
For 397
Against 22
Abstain 0
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Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3635
Sponsor: Rep. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI-8]
Process start date: 2021-05-28
Voting date: 2021-10-20
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 322
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Strengthening America’s Strategic National Stockpile Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3635.

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 2021-05-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Faster supply transfers: The government can transfer medicines and medical equipment from strategic reserves to other agencies, especially those nearing expiration, preventing waste and ensuring their use.
  • Improved equipment maintenance: Strategic reserves will be regularly serviced to ensure medical equipment is always ready for use in emergencies.
  • Enhanced domestic production: The act supports the production of key medical supplies within the U.S., reducing reliance on foreign sources and increasing supply security during crises.
  • Support for state stockpiles: States can receive grants to establish or expand their own strategic reserves, boosting local emergency response capabilities.
  • Increased transparency: Processes for managing and distributing strategic reserves will be more transparent, providing citizens with information on how the government responds to their needs during crises.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 397 - 22 (Roll no. 322). (text: CR 10/19/2021 H5651-5653)

Is this summary verified?

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

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