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Full Transparency on COVID-19 Origin: HHS Must Release All Records.

This bill mandates the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to release all information in its possession regarding the origin of the COVID-19 pandemic, including research details, cooperation with China, and early outbreak data. The goal is to provide citizens with complete transparency and access to facts that could explain the pandemic's start. Failure to publish this information within 90 days results in significant daily financial penalties for the Secretary's office.
Key points
HHS must publish all records related to COVID-19 origins, research, and concealment within 90 days, covering agencies like NIH and CDC.
The required release includes details on grants, communications with Chinese entities, and records concerning sick researchers in Wuhan in late 2019.
A daily penalty of $1 million will be imposed on the Secretary's office budget if the required information is not published on time, with funds directed to reducing the national debt.
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Print number: 118_S_2754
Sponsor: Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]
Process start date: 2023-09-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HHS COVID–19 Origin Transparency Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2754.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • HHS must publish all records related to COVID-19 origins, research, and concealment within 90 days, covering agencies like NIH and CDC.
  • The required release includes details on grants, communications with Chinese entities, and records concerning sick researchers in Wuhan in late 2019.
  • A daily penalty of $1 million will be imposed on the Secretary's office budget if the required information is not published on time, with funds directed to reducing the national debt.
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. Marshall, Roger [R-KS].

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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