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Strengthening Public Health: Funds for Disease Response and Crisis Preparedness.

This act aims to strengthen the U.S. public health system, including its ability to respond to pandemics like COVID-19. It provides grants to state, territorial, local, and tribal health departments to improve their infrastructure and readiness for threats. Citizens can expect better health protection, faster epidemic response, and more effective access to health information and services.
Key points
Financial support for local and state health services: Billions of dollars for public health infrastructure improvements.
Improved crisis preparedness: Enhanced capabilities to respond to pandemics and other health threats.
Strengthened surveillance and research: Better disease tracking, testing, and health policy development.
Community support: Programs aimed at reducing health disparities and reaching all population groups.
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Print number: 117_S_674
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2021-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Health Infrastructure Saves Lives Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_674.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial support for local and state health services: Billions of dollars for public health infrastructure improvements.
  • Improved crisis preparedness: Enhanced capabilities to respond to pandemics and other health threats.
  • Strengthened surveillance and research: Better disease tracking, testing, and health policy development.
  • Community support: Programs aimed at reducing health disparities and reaching all population groups.
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. Murray, Patty [D-WA].

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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