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Senate supports continued funding for global polio eradication efforts.

The Senate commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Americas being certified polio-free, highlighting the success of vaccination and international cooperation. The resolution encourages the Federal Government to continue funding the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), which is vital for maintaining public health security and preventing the disease's return to the US. This global effort has saved millions of lives and prevented paralysis worldwide.
Key points
The Senate encourages continued US financial commitment to global health programs that safeguard Americans from infectious diseases by eliminating threats abroad.
Recognition that the GPEI infrastructure acts as a first responder during other public health crises, such as epidemics and natural disasters, strengthening global security.
Support for the ongoing goal of complete global polio eradication, emphasizing that as long as the virus exists anywhere, it remains a threat everywhere.
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Additional Information
A resolution commemorating the 30th anniversary of the eradication of wild poliovirus from the Americas.
Print number: SRES 846
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2024-09-24