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Improving DATA in Public Health Act

USA117th CongressS-3913| Senate 
| Updated: 3/24/2022
Tim Kaine

Tim Kaine

Democratic Senator

Virginia

Cosponsors (3)
Christopher Murphy (Democratic)Tina Smith (Democratic)Tammy Baldwin (Democratic)

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Improving Data Accessibility Through Advancements in Public Health Act or the Improving DATA in Public Health Act This bill addresses the collection and reporting of public health data with a particular focus on electronic health information. Specifically, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) must designate data and technology standards for public health data systems no later than two years after enactment of this act. These standards must, among other requirements, align with standards designated by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC). In addition, the ONC must study matters concerning the use of standards for certain laboratory information. Further, the CDC may require, subject to some limits, additional reporting of public health and health care data by health care providers, health departments, and other entities for public health surveillance. Additionally, the bill addresses agreements regarding access to, exchange of, and use of public health data, including for public health preparedness and response activities. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) must develop or update interagency agreements while the CDC and the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response may develop and update agreements with health departments and other nonfederal entities. The bill also requires HHS to award grants and other support for developing and disseminating best practices to collect electronic health information. Entities eligible for the awards include state, tribal, and local governments; health care providers; and nonprofits.
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Timeline
Mar 24, 2022
Introduced in Senate
Mar 24, 2022
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1775-1776)
Jul 21, 2022

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 117-8481
Introduced in House
  • March 24, 2022
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 24, 2022
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1775-1776)


  • July 21, 2022

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 117-8481
    Introduced in House

Health

Related Bills

  • HR 117-8481: Improving DATA in Public Health Act
Congressional oversightEmergency medical services and trauma careFreedom of informationGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsHealth information and medical recordsHealth programs administration and fundingHealth technology, devices, suppliesMedical educationMedical tests and diagnostic methodsPublic contracts and procurement

Improving DATA in Public Health Act

USA117th CongressS-3913| Senate 
| Updated: 3/24/2022
Improving Data Accessibility Through Advancements in Public Health Act or the Improving DATA in Public Health Act This bill addresses the collection and reporting of public health data with a particular focus on electronic health information. Specifically, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) must designate data and technology standards for public health data systems no later than two years after enactment of this act. These standards must, among other requirements, align with standards designated by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC). In addition, the ONC must study matters concerning the use of standards for certain laboratory information. Further, the CDC may require, subject to some limits, additional reporting of public health and health care data by health care providers, health departments, and other entities for public health surveillance. Additionally, the bill addresses agreements regarding access to, exchange of, and use of public health data, including for public health preparedness and response activities. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) must develop or update interagency agreements while the CDC and the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response may develop and update agreements with health departments and other nonfederal entities. The bill also requires HHS to award grants and other support for developing and disseminating best practices to collect electronic health information. Entities eligible for the awards include state, tribal, and local governments; health care providers; and nonprofits.
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Timeline
Mar 24, 2022
Introduced in Senate
Mar 24, 2022
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1775-1776)
Jul 21, 2022

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 117-8481
Introduced in House
  • March 24, 2022
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 24, 2022
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1775-1776)


  • July 21, 2022

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 117-8481
    Introduced in House
Tim Kaine

Tim Kaine

Democratic Senator

Virginia

Cosponsors (3)
Christopher Murphy (Democratic)Tina Smith (Democratic)Tammy Baldwin (Democratic)

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • HR 117-8481: Improving DATA in Public Health Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Congressional oversightEmergency medical services and trauma careFreedom of informationGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsHealth information and medical recordsHealth programs administration and fundingHealth technology, devices, suppliesMedical educationMedical tests and diagnostic methodsPublic contracts and procurement