Bill > S4231

This bill aims to strengthen and sustain on-shore manufacturing capacity and state stockpiles, and to improve the Strategic National Stockpile. Key provisions include: - Authorizing additional funding to improve and expand manufacturing surge capacity and capabilities, including through contracts to support flexible or surge manufacturing. - Establishing a new grant program for states to maintain stockpiles of medical supplies, such as drugs, vaccines, and personal protective equipment, to be used during public health emergencies. - Authorizing additional funding for the Strategic National Stockpile and allowing the Secretary to enter into contracts to maintain reserve amounts of medical supplies and domestic manufacturing capacity. - Requiring increased reporting and oversight of the Strategic National Stockpile and state stockpile programs. Overall, the bill aims to bolster the nation's preparedness and responsiveness to public health emergencies by strengthening domestic manufacturing capabilities and ensuring adequate stockpiles of critical medical supplies at both the federal and state levels.

Health and Social Services

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