OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Operation Warp Speed Act of 2021
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1604.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2021-05-13.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Strengthening national medical stockpiles: Prioritizing US-made products, assessing supply chains, and avoiding Chinese suppliers.
- Accelerating vaccine approval: Streamlining emergency use authorization processes, considering data on a rolling basis.
- Improving vaccine production: Allowing vaccine production before full approval in crisis situations.
- Establishing an Operation Warp Speed Office: A new government unit to coordinate rapid development and production of medical countermeasures during pandemics.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.
What is the impact of this bill?
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