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BillHR 8447 · 119

Protecting America from Seasonal and Pandemic Influenza Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 22, 2026
Cosponsors
5
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 22, 2026

Bill Summary

Funds efforts to protect against seasonal and pandemic influenza. Requires actions to prepare for and respond to influenza outbreaks.

Sponsored By

Rick Larsen
Democrat · Washington · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 22, 2026
  3. Apr 22, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects the general public, particularly those vulnerable to influenza, by potentially increasing access to vaccines and treatments. It also impacts healthcare providers and public health officials, who would be involved in implementing the bill's provisions.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
6backers
  • Democratic6
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicHealth
CommitteeBudget Committee
IntroducedApr 22, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 22, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, 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.
Subjects
  • Health

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.