H.R. 4245 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Influenza Preparedness and Prevention Act of 2005
H.R. 4245 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Nov 7, 2005, sponsored by Jerry Lewis with 6 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Nov 7, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 6
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Influenza Preparedness and Prevention Act of 2005 - Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to stockpile antivirals, pandemic influenza vaccines, and essential supplies for a pandemic influenza. Amends the Public Health Service Act to prohibit any cause of action for liability related to a qualified pandemic or epidemic product or a security countermeasure, with an exception for willful misconduct.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jerry Lewis (R-CA). Co-sponsors: 6 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedNov 7, 2005
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (Nov 22, 2005)
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