COVID-19 Pandemic Commission: Analysis and Future Recommendations
This act establishes an independent commission to investigate how the United States prepared for and responded to the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal is to understand what worked and what didn't, to better protect public health and the economy from similar threats in the future. Citizens will have access to public reports from these investigations, which may influence future health policies and national security.
Key points
Establishment of an independent commission to investigate the causes and course of the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S.
Analysis of the country's preparedness, government actions, and international cooperation in combating the pandemic.
Development of recommendations for the government to better prepare for future epidemics and pandemics, including those caused by biological attacks.
The commission will have powers to subpoena witnesses and obtain documents, and its reports will be publicly available.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3203
Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA]
Process start date: 2021-11-04