H.R. 6858 · 116th Congress
COVID–19 Emergency Medical Supplies Enhancement Act of 2020
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Juan Vargas
- Introduced
- 2020-05-13
- Latest action
- 2020-05-13 · Introduced in House
Summary
COVID-19 Emergency Medical Supplies Enhancement Act of 2020
This bill expands certain authorities under the Defense Production Act of 1950 and directs the President and federal agencies to take specific actions to support the production of critical medical supplies during the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) emergency, including with respect to private-sector coordination, needs assessments, and overall strategies.