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Strengthening Public Health Security for Tribal Communities

This act aims to improve public health security at state, local, and tribal levels. It introduces changes that provide Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and urban Indian organizations with access to funds and programs supporting their preparedness for health threats. This will better prepare these communities for health crises, leading to greater safety and improved healthcare for their residents.
Key points
Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations can now directly apply for public health security funds, which was previously difficult.
The act allocates $750 million annually for fiscal years 2023-2025 for public health security improvement programs, with at least 5% reserved for tribal communities.
Special rules have been introduced for tribal communities, including the possibility of waivers from certain requirements, to facilitate their participation in programs and adapt them to their specific needs.
Regular reports and analyses on the program's effectiveness in tribal communities are required to help identify and remove barriers to healthcare access.
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Print number: 117_S_3968
Sponsor: Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
Process start date: 2022-03-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CDC Tribal Public Health Security and Preparedness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3968.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations can now directly apply for public health security funds, which was previously difficult.
  • The act allocates $750 million annually for fiscal years 2023-2025 for public health security improvement programs, with at least 5% reserved for tribal communities.
  • Special rules have been introduced for tribal communities, including the possibility of waivers from certain requirements, to facilitate their participation in programs and adapt them to their specific needs.
  • Regular reports and analyses on the program's effectiveness in tribal communities are required to help identify and remove barriers to healthcare access.
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. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA].

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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