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Bill: Prohibiting Funds for World Health Organization Membership and Contributions

This bill proposes to stop using public funds for membership or contributions to the World Health Organization (WHO). Funding would only resume if the WHO meets specific conditions related to transparency, independence, and operations. This means taxpayer money would not go to the WHO until the organization makes required changes.
Key points
Prohibits using public funds for WHO membership or contributions.
Funding can only resume after WHO meets specific conditions.
Conditions include ensuring humanitarian aid is not politicized and goes to those most in need.
WHO must not be under the significant influence of the Chinese Communist Party.
WHO must not be involved in covering up China's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
WHO must grant observer status to Taiwan.
WHO must not divert humanitarian or medical supplies to Iran, North Korea, or Syria.
WHO must implement mechanisms for increased transparency, accountability, and elimination of waste, fraud, and abuse.
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Print number: 117_HR_497
Sponsor: Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]
Process start date: 2021-01-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To prohibit the use of funds to seek membership in the World Health Organization or to provide assessed or voluntary contributions to the World Health Organization.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_497.

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 2021-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits using public funds for WHO membership or contributions.
  • Funding can only resume after WHO meets specific conditions.
  • Conditions include ensuring humanitarian aid is not politicized and goes to those most in need.
  • WHO must not be under the significant influence of the Chinese Communist Party.
  • WHO must not be involved in covering up China's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • WHO must grant observer status to Taiwan.
  • WHO must not divert humanitarian or medical supplies to Iran, North Korea, or Syria.
  • WHO must implement mechanisms for increased transparency, accountability, and elimination of waste, fraud, and abuse.
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. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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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