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Mandating Review of CDC Messaging to Restore Public Trust in Health Guidance.

This bill requires a detailed government report on how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) communicated public health guidance, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal is to understand why public trust decreased and how inconsistent messaging affected citizens' willingness to follow recommendations. The report must analyze the data used by the CDC and the influence of external groups, providing recommendations to improve the clarity and consistency of future health communications.
Key points
Requires a federal audit (by the Comptroller General) of the CDC's public health communication strategies and decision-making processes.
The report will examine how inconsistent messaging impacted public trust and willingness to follow health guidance, including COVID-19 vaccine uptake and general immunization schedules.
Aims to provide recommendations for the CDC to improve clarity, consistency, and data transparency in future health crises, ensuring citizens receive reliable information.
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Print number: 118_S_1166
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-04-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Restore Public Health Institution Trust Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1166.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires a federal audit (by the Comptroller General) of the CDC's public health communication strategies and decision-making processes.
  • The report will examine how inconsistent messaging impacted public trust and willingness to follow health guidance, including COVID-19 vaccine uptake and general immunization schedules.
  • Aims to provide recommendations for the CDC to improve clarity, consistency, and data transparency in future health crises, ensuring citizens receive reliable 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 Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

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 2025-12-26.

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