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Earlier Senate Confirmation Required for CDC Director Accountability.

This bill moves up the date when the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) must be confirmed by the Senate. Instead of the requirement taking effect in January 2025, it will take effect immediately upon the bill's enactment. This change ensures that the leader of the nation's primary public health agency is subject to immediate political oversight and accountability by elected representatives.
Key points
The requirement for Senate confirmation of the CDC Director takes effect immediately upon the bill's passage, instead of waiting until January 2025.
This accelerates Congressional oversight of the agency responsible for pandemic response and public health guidelines.
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Print number: 118_S_2101
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2023-06-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CDC Accountability Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2101.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The requirement for Senate confirmation of the CDC Director takes effect immediately upon the bill's passage, instead of waiting until January 2025.
  • This accelerates Congressional oversight of the agency responsible for pandemic response and public health guidelines.
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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