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Increased Funding for Public Health and Pandemic Prevention

This act aims to boost funding for public health programs to better protect citizens from infectious and chronic diseases. This will provide local communities with more resources for vaccinations, health education, and responding to threats, potentially lowering future healthcare costs.
Key points
Increases annual funding for the Prevention and Public Health Fund to $2 billion.
Provides more resources for vaccination programs, prevention of chronic diseases (e.g., diabetes, heart disease), and addiction combat.
Strengthens the ability of states and local communities to respond to global health threats, including pandemics.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_571
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2021-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Health Funding Prevents Pandemics Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_571.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases annual funding for the Prevention and Public Health Fund to $2 billion.
  • Provides more resources for vaccination programs, prevention of chronic diseases (e.g., diabetes, heart disease), and addiction combat.
  • Strengthens the ability of states and local communities to respond to global health threats, including pandemics.
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. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

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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