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US Withdrawal from WHO: End of Funding and Membership

This bill directs the President to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO). This means no federal funds can be used for US participation in the WHO, potentially impacting international public health cooperation and global pandemic responses.
Key points
The U.S. will withdraw its membership from the World Health Organization (WHO).
Federal funds will be prohibited from being used for U.S. participation in the WHO or any successor organization.
The 1948 Act that allowed U.S. membership and funding for the WHO will be repealed.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7931
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Process start date: 2022-06-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

WHO Withdrawal Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7931.

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 2022-06-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. will withdraw its membership from the World Health Organization (WHO).
  • Federal funds will be prohibited from being used for U.S. participation in the WHO or any successor organization.
  • The 1948 Act that allowed U.S. membership and funding for the WHO will be repealed.
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. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5].

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.

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.

CATEGORIES

Health