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Declassification of COVID-19 Origin Information

This act requires the Director of National Intelligence to publicly declassify information regarding potential links between the Wuhan Institute of Virology and the origin of COVID-19. The goal is to better understand the pandemic and prevent similar threats in the future, increasing public access to crucial data.
Key points
Mandates declassification of all information on Wuhan Institute of Virology's links to COVID-19 origin within 90 days.
Public disclosure of coronavirus research, activities for the Chinese military, and illnesses of Wuhan researchers in autumn 2019.
Increases transparency and access to information, potentially aiding in future pandemic prevention.
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Print number: 118_HR_1376
Sponsor: Rep. Turner, Michael R. [R-OH-10]
Process start date: 2023-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COVID–19 Origin Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1376.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates declassification of all information on Wuhan Institute of Virology's links to COVID-19 origin within 90 days.
  • Public disclosure of coronavirus research, activities for the Chinese military, and illnesses of Wuhan researchers in autumn 2019.
  • Increases transparency and access to information, potentially aiding in future pandemic prevention.
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 Rep. Turner, Michael R. [R-OH-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 20.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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