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Protecting CDC Workforce: Reinstatement and Reporting of Dismissals

This act aims to reinstate employees dismissed from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) since January 20, 2025, with backpay. Additionally, the CDC will be required to regularly report to Congress on all dismissals, increasing agency transparency. This measure seeks to strengthen employment stability within a crucial public health institution.
Key points
CDC employees dismissed without cause since January 20, 2025, can be reinstated to their positions with backpay.
The CDC will be required to report to Congress every three months on the number, titles, and reasons for employee dismissals.
The reporting requirement for dismissals will terminate on January 20, 2029.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3136
Sponsor: Rep. Barragán, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44]
Process start date: 2025-05-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protect our Public Health Workforce Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3136.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • CDC employees dismissed without cause since January 20, 2025, can be reinstated to their positions with backpay.
  • The CDC will be required to report to Congress every three months on the number, titles, and reasons for employee dismissals.
  • The reporting requirement for dismissals will terminate on January 20, 2029.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Barragán, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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