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Increased Oversight: CDC Director Requires Senate Confirmation.

This bill mandates that the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) must be formally appointed and confirmed by the Senate. This change increases Congressional oversight of the nation's primary public health agency, aiming for greater accountability regarding decisions that affect citizens' health and safety. The requirement applies to the current Director starting January 20, 2025.
Key points
The leader of the CDC, a critical public health agency, must now undergo formal appointment and confirmation by the U.S. Senate.
This new confirmation requirement also applies to the current CDC Director, effective January 20, 2025.
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Print number: 118_S_2622
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ACCORD Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2622.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The leader of the CDC, a critical public health agency, must now undergo formal appointment and confirmation by the U.S. Senate.
  • This new confirmation requirement also applies to the current CDC Director, effective January 20, 2025.
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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