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Military-Civilian Medical Surge Program: Enhancing National Disaster Response Capability

This Act establishes the National Military Civilian Medical Surge Program to significantly boost the nation's capacity to respond to major crises, including wartime contingencies, natural disasters, and severe epidemics. The program mandates collaboration between the Department of Defense and civilian healthcare organizations (hospitals, academic centers) in at least eight strategic locations. This integration ensures faster, more coordinated medical support for citizens during national emergencies, directly enhancing public health security and disaster preparedness.
Key points
Enhanced Medical Readiness: A new program is created to integrate military and civilian medical resources for rapid response to catastrophic events and national emergencies (e.g., epidemics, wars, natural disasters).
Civilian-Military Partnerships: The Department of Defense must establish partnerships with at least eight civilian hospitals, academic medical centers, and logistics hubs critical for mass casualty transport and care.
Faster Mobilization: Civilian medical personnel will be able to quickly and effectively support military medical facilities and the broader health system during declared national emergencies or public health crises.
Improved Coordination: The program aims to improve cooperation between the Department of Defense and the Department of Health and Human Services, strengthening the overall efficiency of the National Disaster Medical System.
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Print number: 119_HR_6510
Sponsor: Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

National Military Civilian Medical Surge Program Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6510.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Enhanced Medical Readiness: A new program is created to integrate military and civilian medical resources for rapid response to catastrophic events and national emergencies (e.g., epidemics, wars, natural disasters).
  • Civilian-Military Partnerships: The Department of Defense must establish partnerships with at least eight civilian hospitals, academic medical centers, and logistics hubs critical for mass casualty transport and care.
  • Faster Mobilization: Civilian medical personnel will be able to quickly and effectively support military medical facilities and the broader health system during declared national emergencies or public health crises.
  • Improved Coordination: The program aims to improve cooperation between the Department of Defense and the Department of Health and Human Services, strengthening the overall efficiency of the National Disaster Medical System.
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. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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