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Reauthorizing Public Health Security: Stronger Stockpiles, Faster Diagnostics, Fairer Crisis Care.

This Act significantly increases funding for critical health security programs for 2024-2028, including the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) and medical research (BARDA). It mandates a plan for rapid diagnostic testing deployment during crises and ensures that crisis standards of care comply with non-discrimination laws, protecting individuals with disabilities.
Key points
Increased Preparedness Funding: Annual funding authorization for the Strategic National Stockpile (medicines, equipment) is increased to $965 million for fiscal years 2024-2028.
Rapid Crisis Response: Requires a national plan for the rapid development and distribution of diagnostic tests, including at-home options, during public health emergencies.
Non-Discrimination in Emergencies: Mandates guidance to ensure that State and local crisis standards of care do not discriminate against individuals with disabilities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4421
Sponsor: Rep. Hudson, Richard [R-NC-9]
Process start date: 2023-06-30