Bill > HB1202

This bill establishes the Infectious Disease Advisory Commission to improve Pennsylvania's preparedness and response to infectious disease emergencies, particularly in healthcare facilities. The commission will be composed of state agency representatives, legislators, and gubernatorial appointees with expertise in healthcare, aging services, and emergency management. Its key responsibilities include analyzing infectious disease prevention practices, developing best practices for facilities during emergencies, recommending legislative and regulatory improvements, and creating guidelines for establishing a personal protective equipment (PPE) stockpile. The bill requires facilities to develop infectious disease plans and designate an infectious disease coordinator, and mandates that the state health department create standardized inspection protocols and reporting systems. Additionally, the legislation establishes a process for procuring and maintaining a PPE stockpile across four regions of the state, with specific requirements for manufacturer selection, storage, and funding. The commission will be required to issue a comprehensive report within 24 months and update it every seven years, providing ongoing guidance to state officials and legislators on improving infectious disease emergency response.

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