What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 512.
Improved COVID-19 Data: Supporting Vulnerable Groups
This act aims to improve the collection and disclosure of COVID-19 data, especially concerning vulnerable groups like racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and those with limited English proficiency. This means citizens in these groups can expect better tailored health interventions, leading to a more effective fight against the pandemic and future health crises.
Key points
More COVID-19 Data: Collection of detailed information on testing, treatment, deaths, and vaccinations, disaggregated by race, ethnicity, sex, age, primary language, socioeconomic status, and disability status.
Privacy Protection: Ensuring all collected data is protected to prevent misuse.
Funding: Allocation of funds to support data collection by federal, state, and local agencies, including for Native American health services.
Commission on Health Equity Data: Establishment of a commission to examine barriers to data collection and propose how to better use data to reduce health disparities in future crises.
Reports and Recommendations: Regular reporting of data and preparation of a final report with findings and future strategies to better protect the health of all communities.
Status:
Expired
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