Health Records Enhancement Act

Senate Bill

S. 2333

119th Congress

Health Records Enhancement Act

In Committee

Introduced:Jul 17, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Peter Welch

Senator

Democratic

VT

Cosponsors

3

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Policy Area

Health

Summary

This bill reauthorizes and updates various public health preparedness and response programs to better prepare the United States for future emergencies and pandemics. It aims to strengthen the country's ability to develop medical countermeasures, manage drug and medical device shortages, and support vulnerable populations during public health crises.

Latest Action

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 202.

SponsorPeter Welch (D-VT)

Introduced7/17/2025

StatusRead twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

ChamberSenate

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Health Records Enhancement Act

This bill reauthorizes and updates various public health preparedness and response programs to better prepare the United States for future emergencies and pandemics. It aims to strengthen the country's ability to develop medical countermeasures, manage drug an

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This bill reauthorizes and updates various public health preparedness and response programs to better prepare the United States for future emergencies and pandemics. It aims to strengthen the country's ability to develop medical countermeasures, manage drug and medical device shortages, and support vulnerable populations during public health crises.

Bill Number: 2333
Sponsor: Peter Welch (D-VT)
Introduced: 7/17/2025
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Policy Area: Health

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Fact Sheet

Title: Health Records Enhancement Act
Bill Number: 2333
Sponsor: Peter Welch (D-VT)
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Introduced: 7/17/2025
Summary: This bill reauthorizes and updates various public health preparedness and response programs to better prepare the United States for future emergencies and pandemics. It aims to strengthen the country's ability to develop medical countermeasures, manage drug and medical device shortages, and support

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill reauthorizes and updates various public health preparedness and response programs to better prepare the United States for future emergencies and pandemics. It aims to strengthen the country's ability to develop medical countermeasures, manage drug and medical device shortages, and support vulnerable populations during public health crises.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness and Response ActThis bill reauthorizes through FY2028 and modifies public health preparedness and response programs and activities. The bill also addresses potential shortages of drugs and medical devices.Affected public health programs and activities include<ul><li>the Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program and other programs that support state, territorial, tribal, and local preparedness and response;</li><li>activities that support the development of medical countermeasures, diagnostic testing capacity, and the administration of the Strategic National Stockpile;</li><li>requirements concerning biosecurity, including with respect to biological agents and toxins that pose a threat to animal, plant, and human health; and</li><li>the Volunteer Medical Reserve Corps and other programs to enable volunteer health providers and other health professionals to respond during disasters and emergencies.</li></ul>The bill also (1) establishes specific procedures with respect to certain claims for compensation for deaths or injuries in association with COVID-19 vaccinations or medical countermeasures; (2) establishes programs to address the needs of individuals with disabilities and other at-risk individuals during public health emergencies; and (3) makes various changes to address and mitigate shortages of drugs and devices, including by expanding certain reporting and notification requirements.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Reauthorizes and modifies public health preparedness and response programs that support state and local governments, as well as the development of medical countermeasures.
Establishes procedures for compensation claims related to COVID-19 vaccinations or medical countermeasures.
Creates new programs to address the needs of individuals with disabilities and other at-risk groups during public health emergencies.
Expands reporting and notification requirements to help mitigate shortages of drugs and medical devices.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If enacted, this bill would impact a wide range of stakeholders, including state and local governments, healthcare providers, pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers, and vulnerable populations such as individuals with disabilities. It would strengthen the country's preparedness and response capabilities for future public health emergencies, helping to ensure the availability of critical medical resources and the protection of at-risk groups.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Health

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

2333, 119th Congress (2025). "Health Records Enhancement Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-s-2333

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