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Border Health Security Act of 2020 [HB-6070]
Modifies the duties and activities of the United States-Mexico Border Health Commission and the Canada-United States Pan-Border Public Health Preparedness Council, and makes other changes to address health issues along the U.S. border. Specifically, the commission must cooperate with the council where appropriate, and members of the commission may provide advice or recommendations to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) or Congress without authorization or a request. Both the commission and the council must develop strategic plans,
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Coronavirus Vaccine Act [S.3370]
Directs the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases to conduct or support research to develop a coronavirus vaccine.
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Health Care Workforce Protection Act of 2020 [S.3372]
Extends targeted liability protection to certain manufacturers, distributors, prescribers, and users of approved respiratory protective devices that are used under certain conditions during a declared public health emergency.
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should continue to support the people of Nicaragua in their peaceful efforts to promote the restoration of democracy and the defense of human rights, and use the tools under United States law to increase political and economic pressure on the government of Daniel Ortega. [SR-525]
This resolution calls on Nicaragua to release all political prisoners and cease all acts of repression against dissenting voices, encourages efforts to advance electoral reforms in Nicaragua, and urges Nicaragua to implement measures to limit the spread of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) in the country. It also exhorts the U.S. government to investigate and hold accountable those responsible for the death of U.S. citizen Eddy Montes, who was shot and killed while in the custody of Nicaraguan police.
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Cure the Coronavirus Act [HB-6019]
Expands the tropical disease priority review voucher program to include COVID-19 (a respiratory disease caused by a novel coronavirus), thereby providing manufacturers with incentives for development of a vaccine.
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Small Business Relief From Communicable Disease Induced Economic Hardship Act of 2020 [HB-6040]
Expands the definition of a disaster for which the Small Business Administration (SBA) may provide disaster loans to small business concerns to include communicable diseases for which the government issues a travel alert or travel warning, and it authorizes the SBA to make interest free disaster loans to small businesses affected by a disaster for which the government issues a public health emergency.
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Emergency Response Coordinator Act of 2020 [HB-5997]
Requires the Department of Health and Human Services to designate an official within the department to coordinate federal efforts with respect to COVID-19 (a respiratory disease caused by a novel coronavirus).
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Prevent BLEEDing Act of 2020 Prevent Blood Loss with Emergency Equipment Devices Act of 2020 [S.3346]
A bill to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to authorize the use of Homeland Security Grant Program funds for anti-blood loss purposes, and for other purposes.
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SAFE PLAY Act Supporting Athletes, Families and Educators to Protect the Lives of Athletic Youth Act [S.3347]
A bill to promote youth athletic safety, and for other purposes.
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SAFE PLAY Act of 2020 Supporting Athletes, Families, and Educators to Protect the Lives of Athletic Youth Act of 2020 [HB-6007]
Directs several agencies to undertake specified activities and expand surveillance related to cardiac conditions, concussions, and heat-related illnesses among young athletes. The bill also establishes requirements for schools with respect to concussions and excessive heat. Specifically, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) must (1) develop information for schools, childcare centers, and others on high-risk cardiac conditions in children, adolescents, and young adults; and (2) incorporate questions about cardiac conditions in an
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Global Health Security Act of 2020 [S.3302]
Establishes a permanent, presidentially appointed position to manage outbreak response efforts. Specifically, the bill establishes the role of Special Advisor for Global Health Security who shall (1) serve as the President's principal advisor on global health security and global health emergencies (2) coordinate U.S. efforts to carry out global health security activities, and (3) convene the Global Health Security Interagency Review Council. The bill establishes such council to provide policy guidance to participating agencies on global health security
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Public Health Emergency Response and Accountability Act [S.3309]
Modifies funding mechanisms for the Public Health Emergency Fund and requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to report specified information to Congress related to public health emergencies that are infectious disease outbreaks, bioterrorist attacks, or disasters. Specifically, HHS must, upon determination of a public health emergency, convene a group of federal officials to prepare monthly reports concerning such matters as funding, collaboration, and best practices. The GAO must
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A resolution honoring the memories of the victims of the senseless attack at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on February 14, 2018. [SR-504]
This resolution honors the memories of the victims killed in the attack on February 14, 2018, at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, and offers condolences to the families, loved ones, and friends of the victims. The resolution (1) honors the survivors and pledges continued support for their recovery, (2) recognizes the strength and resilience of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School community, and (3) expresses gratitude to the emergency medical and health care professionals of the Parkland community for their efforts
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States will continue to provide support to international partners to help prevent and stop the spread of coronavirus. [SR-505]
This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States will continue supporting international partners to prevent and stop the spread of the coronavirus, and it encourages the U.S. government to continue working with the World Health Organization and other countries to achieve that goal.
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A resolution commemorating the life of Dr. Li Wenliang and calling for transparency and cooperation from the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Communist Party of China. [SR-497]
This resolution honors the life and contributions of Li Wenliang, a doctor in Wuhan, China, who passed away after contracting the 2019 novel coronavirus (also known as 2019-nCoV or COVID-19). The resolution expresses gratitude to Li and all Chinese medical personnel and citizens in their efforts to spread awareness of the virus and calls on the government of China to be open and transparent in its response to the outbreak.
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Consumer Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills Act of 2020 [HB-5826]
To amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, and title XI of the Social Security Act to prevent certain cases of out-of-network surprise medical bills, strengthen health care consumer protections, and improve health care information transparency, and for other purposes.
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Better Information Act of 2020 [HB-5809]
Requires private health insurance plans to include on insurance membership cards the hospital nearest to the primary residence of the plan holder, contact information for customer service, deductible amount applicable to the plan holder, out-of-pocket maximum applicable to the plan holder, and cost-sharing amount for in-network emergency or urgent care services applicable to the plan holder.
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Save Rural Communities Act of 2020 [HB-5808]
Establishes several requirements under Medicare regarding certified rural emergency access centers, including payment, certification, and participation requirements.
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Ban Surprise Billing Act [HB-5800]
To end surprise medical billing and increase transparency in health coverage.
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National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza Update Act [HB-5730]
Requires the White House Homeland Security Council (HSC) and the National Security Council (NSC) to update the National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza issued by the HSC in November 2005 within 90 days of this bill's enactment. The implementation plan associated with the strategy shall be updated not later than 180 days after such update.