To reauthorize the Kay Hagan Tick Act, and for other purposes.
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Overview
This bill aims to reauthorize the Kay Hagan Tick Act, which supports efforts to combat tick-borne diseases. It updates the National Strategy for Vector-Borne Diseases and provides increased funding to health departments for identifying, reporting, preventing, and responding to these illnesses. The bill extends the funding period for these programs from 2021 to 2030, ensuring continued support for public health initiatives in this area.
Key provisions
- Reauthorizes the National Strategy and Regional Centers of Excellence in Vector-Borne Disease.
- Updates the composition of the Tick-Borne Disease Working Group.
- Expands the scope of activities supported by the strategy.
- Extends the funding period for the programs from 2021 to 2030.
Who is affected
- State and local health departments
- Public health agencies
- Individuals at risk of tick-borne diseases
Notable changes
- Extends the funding period for relevant programs from 2021 to 2030.
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