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Bill114th CongressFiled Mar 4, 2015Health
H.R. 1300

First Responder Anthrax Preparedness Act

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What it doesSummary passed house amended (Jul 29, 2015)

First Responder Anthrax Preparedness Act

(Sec. 2) Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in coordination with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), for the purpose of domestic preparedness for and collective response to terrorism, to: (1) establish a program to provide surplus anthrax vaccines nearing the end of their labeled dates of use from the strategic national stockpile for administration to emergency response providers who are at high risk of exposure to anthrax and who voluntarily consent to such administration, (2) distribute disclosures regarding associated benefits and risks to end users, and (3) conduct outreach to educate emergency response providers about the program.

Requires DHS to: (1) support homeland security-focused risk analysis and assessments of the threats posed by anthrax from an act of terror; (2) leverage homeland security intelligence capabilities and structures to enhance prevention, protection, response, and recovery efforts with respect to an anthrax terror attack; and (3) share information and provide tailored analytical support on threats posed by anthrax to state, local, and tribal authorities, as well as other national biosecurity and biodefense stakeholders.

Directs DHS, in coordination with HHS, to carry out a 24-month pilot program to provide anthrax vaccines to emergency response providers. Requires DHS to: (1) establish a communication platform and education and training modules for such program, (2) conduct economic analysis of such program, (3) create a logistical platform for the anthrax vaccine request process, (4) select providers based in at least two states to participate, (5) provide to each participating provider disclosures and educational materials regarding the benefits and risks of any vaccine provided and of exposure to anthrax, and (6) submit annual reports on pilot program results and recommendations to improve pilot program participation. Requires the report to include a plan for continuation of the DHS program to provide vaccines to emergency response providers.

What just happenedJul 30, 2015

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Who’s behind it

Rep. King, Peter T. [R-NY-2](R-NY)Sponsor
50 cosponsors12 D38 R
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  1. Jul 30, 2015IntroReferral

    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

    Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
  2. Jul 29, 2015FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 424 - 0 (Roll no. 485). (text: CR 7/27/2015 H5504)

  3. Jul 29, 2015FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  4. Jul 29, 2015Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 424 - 0 (Roll no. 485).(text: CR 7/27/2015 H5504)

  5. Jul 29, 2015FloorH30000

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5623)

  6. Jul 27, 2015FloorH37220

    At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

  7. Jul 27, 2015FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1300.

  8. Jul 27, 2015FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5504-5506)

  9. Jul 27, 2015FloorH30300

    Mr. King (NY) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

  10. Jul 22, 2015CalendarsH12410

    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 168.

  11. Jul 22, 2015DischargeH12300

    Committee on Energy and Commerce discharged.

    Energy and Commerce Committee
  12. Jul 22, 2015Committee5500

    Committee on Energy and Commerce discharged.

    Energy and Commerce Committee
  13. Jul 22, 2015CommitteeH12200

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 114-222, Part I.

    Homeland Security Committee
  14. Jul 22, 2015Committee5000

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 114-222, Part I.

    Homeland Security Committee
  15. May 20, 2015Committee

    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

    Homeland Security Committee
  16. May 20, 2015Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Homeland Security Committee
  17. May 14, 2015Committee

    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote .

    Emergency Management and Technology Subcommittee
  18. Mar 19, 2015Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response and Communications.

    Emergency Management and Technology Subcommittee
  19. Mar 6, 2015Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

    Health Subcommittee
  20. Mar 4, 2015IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

    Energy and Commerce Committee
  21. Mar 4, 2015IntroReferralH11100-A

    Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

  22. Mar 4, 2015IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

    Homeland Security Committee
  23. Mar 4, 2015IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  24. Mar 4, 2015IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Passed House amendedJul 29, 201536

First Responder Anthrax Preparedness Act

(Sec. 2) Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in coordination with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), for the purpose of domestic preparedness for and collective response to terrorism, to: (1) establish a program to provide surplus anthrax vaccines nearing the end of their labeled dates of use from the strategic national stockpile for administration to emergency response providers who are at high risk of exposure to anthrax and who voluntarily consent to such administration, (2) distribute disclosures regarding associated benefits and risks to end users, and (3) conduct outreach to educate emergency response providers about the program.

Requires DHS to: (1) support homeland security-focused risk analysis and assessments of the threats posed by anthrax from an act of terror; (2) leverage homeland security intelligence capabilities and structures to enhance prevention, protection, response, and recovery efforts with respect to an anthrax terror attack; and (3) share information and provide tailored analytical support on threats posed by anthrax to state, local, and tribal authorities, as well as other national biosecurity and biodefense stakeholders.

Directs DHS, in coordination with HHS, to carry out a 24-month pilot program to provide anthrax vaccines to emergency response providers. Requires DHS to: (1) establish a communication platform and education and training modules for such program, (2) conduct economic analysis of such program, (3) create a logistical platform for the anthrax vaccine request process, (4) select providers based in at least two states to participate, (5) provide to each participating provider disclosures and educational materials regarding the benefits and risks of any vaccine provided and of exposure to anthrax, and (6) submit annual reports on pilot program results and recommendations to improve pilot program participation. Requires the report to include a plan for continuation of the DHS program to provide vaccines to emergency response providers.

Reported to House amended, Part IJul 22, 201518

First Responder Anthrax Preparedness Act

(Sec. 2) Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), for the purpose of domestic preparedness for and collective response to terrorism, to: (1) establish a program to provide surplus anthrax vaccines from the strategic national stockpile for administration to emergency response providers who voluntarily consent to such administration, (2) distribute disclosures regarding associated benefits and risks to end users, and (3) conduct outreach to educate emergency response providers about the program.

Requires DHS to: (1) support homeland security-focused risk analysis and assessments of the threats posed by anthrax from an act of terror; (2) leverage homeland security intelligence capabilities and structures to enhance prevention, protection, response, and recovery efforts with respect to an anthrax terror attack; and (3) share information and provide tailored analytical support on threats posed by anthrax to state, local, and tribal authorities, as well as other national biosecurity and biodefense stakeholders.

Directs DHS, in coordination with the Department of Health and Human Services, to carry out a pilot program that lasts at least 18 months to provide anthrax vaccines to emergency response providers. Requires DHS to: (1) establish a communication platform and education and training modules for such program, (2) conduct economic analysis of such program, (3) create a logistical platform for the anthrax vaccine request process, (4) select providers based in at least two states to participate, (5) provide to each participating provider disclosures and educational materials regarding the benefits and risks of any vaccine provided and of exposure to anthrax, and (6) submit annual reports on pilot program results and recommendations to improve pilot program participation. Requires the report to include a plan for continuation of the DHS program to provide vaccines to emergency response providers.

Introduced in HouseMar 4, 2015

First Responder Anthrax Preparedness Act

Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), for the purpose of domestic preparedness for and collective response to terrorism, to: (1) make available surplus vaccines and antimicrobials, and vaccines and antimicrobials with short shelf lives, from the strategic national stockpile for administration to emergency response providers who voluntarily consent to such administration; (2) establish any necessary logistical and tracking systems to facilitate making such vaccines and antimicrobials available; and (3) distribute disclosures regarding associated risks to end users.

Requires DHS to: (1) support homeland security-focused risk analysis and assessments of the threats posed by anthrax from an act of terror; (2) leverage homeland security intelligence capabilities and structures to enhance prevention, protection, response, and recovery efforts with respect to an anthrax terror attack; and (3) share information and provide tailored analytical support on threats posed by anthrax to state, local, and tribal authorities, as well as other national biosecurity and biodefense stakeholders.

Directs DHS to carry out a pilot program, which lasts at least 18 months, to administer such vaccines and antimicrobials to emergency response providers. Requires DHS: (1) prior to implementing such program, to establish a communication platform and education and training modules for the program, to conduct economic analysis of the program, and to create a logistical platform for the anthrax vaccine request process; and (2) to select providers based in at least two states to participate in the program. Requires DHS to provide to each participating provider disclosures and educational materials regarding the risks of any vaccine or antimicrobial administered and of exposure to anthrax.

First Responder Anthrax Preparedness Act — Informed