Coronavirus Vaccine and Therapeutic Development Act of 2021
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jan 19, 2021)
Coronavirus Vaccine and Therapeutic Development Act of 2021
This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to increase the supply of vaccines and medical products that prevent or control COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019). To increase supplies, HHS must, as appropriate, award grants and enter other transactions to expand relevant research, procurement, and production activities.
HHS must report to Congress on these actions. The report must assess and detail plans to enhance the supply chain and manufacturing capacity for the vaccines and products. It must also include plans to support domestic and international vaccination programs.
What just happenedFeb 5, 2021
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H393)
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJan 19, 2021
- Feb 5, 2021IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H393)
- Feb 2, 2021Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Health Subcommittee - Jan 19, 2021IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Jan 19, 2021IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jan 19, 2021IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House