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COVID-19 Vaccines: Prioritizing Americans Over Guantanamo Detainees

This act limits the availability of COVID-19 vaccines for individuals detained at Guantanamo Bay. It aims to ensure that vaccines and pandemic relief are prioritized for U.S. citizens and military personnel before being provided to detainees.
Key points
Detainees at Guantanamo Bay will not receive COVID-19 vaccines if states have outstanding requests for vaccines or pandemic relief.
Active service members have priority access to COVID-19 vaccines over detainees at Guantanamo Bay.
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Print number: 117_HR_758
Sponsor: Rep. Hinson, Ashley [R-IA-1]
Process start date: 2021-02-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Vaccinate Americans, Not Terrorists Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_758.

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 2021-02-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Detainees at Guantanamo Bay will not receive COVID-19 vaccines if states have outstanding requests for vaccines or pandemic relief.
  • Active service members have priority access to COVID-19 vaccines over detainees at Guantanamo Bay.
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. Hinson, Ashley [R-IA-1].

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 2025-12-28.

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