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Increased Transparency and Public Participation in CDC Health Guidelines

This new act aims to increase transparency and public participation in the development of health guidelines by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This means CDC guidelines will not have legal force, and citizens will have more input into their formation, potentially affecting how public health information is communicated.
Key points
CDC guidelines will not have the force of law and will not impose obligations on citizens or state governments.
Citizens will have the opportunity to comment on CDC guidelines before they are finalized.
The CDC will be required to publish a list of all its guidelines and make them publicly available, increasing access to information.
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Print number: 118_HR_4529
Sponsor: Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5]
Process start date: 2023-07-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Health Guidance Transparency and Accountability Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4529.

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 2023-07-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • CDC guidelines will not have the force of law and will not impose obligations on citizens or state governments.
  • Citizens will have the opportunity to comment on CDC guidelines before they are finalized.
  • The CDC will be required to publish a list of all its guidelines and make them publicly available, increasing access to information.
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. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 627.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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