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Program for Developing Medical Countermeasures for Unknown Viral Threats

This act establishes a program to develop medicines, diagnostics, and vaccines for unknown viruses to protect public health. It prioritizes equitable access and ease of distribution for these countermeasures, including for children and at-risk populations. The program also supports US-based companies, including small businesses, involved in research and manufacturing.
Key points
Development of new medicines and vaccines for future, unknown viruses to better prepare the country for pandemics.
Ensuring that developed medical countermeasures are easily accessible to all citizens, including vulnerable groups.
Financial support for US-based companies conducting research and manufacturing these countermeasures in the US, with an emphasis on small businesses.
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Print number: 117_S_2640
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Process start date: 2021-08-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Disease X Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2640.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-08-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Development of new medicines and vaccines for future, unknown viruses to better prepare the country for pandemics.
  • Ensuring that developed medical countermeasures are easily accessible to all citizens, including vulnerable groups.
  • Financial support for US-based companies conducting research and manufacturing these countermeasures in the US, with an emphasis on small businesses.
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 Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI].

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.

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