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SUPER BUGS Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-7879| House 
| Updated: 3/9/2026
Mike Levin

Mike Levin

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (3)
Jim Costa (Democratic)David G. Valadao (Republican)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)

Foreign Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation mandates that the Secretary of State , in collaboration with the Secretary of Health and Human Services and other relevant agencies, develop a comprehensive strategy within 18 months of enactment. The primary goal of this strategy is to secure international support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and other entities to accelerate the development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products . A significant focus is placed on products designed to combat antimicrobial-resistant pathogens that pose a pandemic threat or are identified as priority pathogens. The strategy must outline processes for entering into international arrangements, ensuring equitable contributions based on participating entities' budgets and technical expertise. It aims to strengthen partner countries' public health capabilities, harmonize efforts to avoid duplication, and allocate joint or individual responsibilities for product development. Furthermore, the strategy should consider various mechanisms for commercialization, including contracts with U.S. companies, public-private partnerships, alternative payment models, and streamlined regulatory approvals. This initiative is intended to be synchronized with existing U.S. pandemic preparedness priorities, such as the National Strategy for Combating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria and the National Biodefense Strategy.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-9303
SUPER BUGS Act of 2022

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2036
SUPER BUGS Act of 2021

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1305
SUPER BUGS Act of 2023
Mar 9, 2026
Introduced in House
Mar 9, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-9303
    SUPER BUGS Act of 2022


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2036
    SUPER BUGS Act of 2021


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1305
    SUPER BUGS Act of 2023


  • March 9, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • March 9, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Health

SUPER BUGS Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-7879| House 
| Updated: 3/9/2026
This legislation mandates that the Secretary of State , in collaboration with the Secretary of Health and Human Services and other relevant agencies, develop a comprehensive strategy within 18 months of enactment. The primary goal of this strategy is to secure international support from foreign countries, multilateral organizations, and other entities to accelerate the development and commercialization of qualified pandemic or epidemic products . A significant focus is placed on products designed to combat antimicrobial-resistant pathogens that pose a pandemic threat or are identified as priority pathogens. The strategy must outline processes for entering into international arrangements, ensuring equitable contributions based on participating entities' budgets and technical expertise. It aims to strengthen partner countries' public health capabilities, harmonize efforts to avoid duplication, and allocate joint or individual responsibilities for product development. Furthermore, the strategy should consider various mechanisms for commercialization, including contracts with U.S. companies, public-private partnerships, alternative payment models, and streamlined regulatory approvals. This initiative is intended to be synchronized with existing U.S. pandemic preparedness priorities, such as the National Strategy for Combating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria and the National Biodefense Strategy.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-9303
SUPER BUGS Act of 2022

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2036
SUPER BUGS Act of 2021

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1305
SUPER BUGS Act of 2023
Mar 9, 2026
Introduced in House
Mar 9, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-9303
    SUPER BUGS Act of 2022


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2036
    SUPER BUGS Act of 2021


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1305
    SUPER BUGS Act of 2023


  • March 9, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • March 9, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Mike Levin

Mike Levin

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (3)
Jim Costa (Democratic)David G. Valadao (Republican)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)

Foreign Affairs Committee

Health

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted