HR 8898
Neglected Infections of Impoverished Americans Act of 2020
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Bill overview
This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct a study and report to Congress on the prevalence and impact of neglected parasitic diseases among low-income Americans. The report will identify key diseases like Chagas disease and soil-transmitted helminths, assess the current state of knowledge about these illnesses, and recommend appropriate funding for future research and treatment efforts. Ultimately, the goal is to inform better health policies to address these overlooked public health concerns.
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Primary sponsor
Henry C. "Hank," Jr. Johnson
Cosponsors
Barbara Lee
Eddie Bernice Johnson
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