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Equal Access to COVID-19 Treatment: Banning Discrimination.

This bill ensures that all citizens have an equal chance to receive federally distributed COVID-19 treatments and vaccines. It strictly prohibits using factors like race, age, vaccination status, or political views when determining eligibility for treatment. This guarantees that access to critical medical resources will depend solely on health needs, not personal characteristics.
Key points
Prohibits using race, age, sex, disability, veteran status, or political ideology to determine access to COVID-19 treatments.
This requirement applies to all entities (state, local, and private) receiving federal funds or supplies of treatments and vaccines.
Guarantees that eligibility for COVID-19 treatment will be based strictly on medical necessity.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_171
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2023-01-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ending Discrimination in COVID–19 Treatments Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_171.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits using race, age, sex, disability, veteran status, or political ideology to determine access to COVID-19 treatments.
  • This requirement applies to all entities (state, local, and private) receiving federal funds or supplies of treatments and vaccines.
  • Guarantees that eligibility for COVID-19 treatment will be based strictly on medical necessity.
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. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

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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Health