One Health Security Act: Protecting Against Biological Threats
This act establishes a new council to protect us from diseases shared between humans, animals, and plants, as well as environmental threats. It aims to improve our health security, prevent pandemics, and safeguard our food supply. This will better prepare us for future health and food crises.
Key points
Establishment of the One Health Security Council to coordinate government efforts in protecting human, animal, plant, and environmental health.
Improved detection and prevention of cross-species diseases (e.g., zoonotic) and antimicrobial resistance, reducing pandemic risks.
Support for research, education, and cross-sector collaboration to enhance our resilience to biological threats and ensure food security.
Increased funding for health security initiatives, including disease surveillance and crisis response.
Expired
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