Strengthening Domestic Medical Supply Chain and Reserves for Pandemics
This act aims to enhance health security by boosting domestic production and stockpiling of critical medical supplies like personal protective equipment and tests. This will better prepare the country for pandemics, ensuring easier access to essential resources. Investments in domestic manufacturing also seek to geographically diversify production.
Key points
Creating incentives for domestic manufacturing of medical supplies, including personal protective equipment and tests.
Establishing and maintaining domestic reserves of critical medical supplies.
Authorizing $500 million for each of fiscal years 2021 through 2024 to support these efforts.
Working with distributors of medical supplies to manage domestic reserves and replenish stock.
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