H.R.1108 - Diagnostics Testing Preparedness Plan Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 1108, the Diagnostics Testing Preparedness Plan Act of 2025, aims to amend the Public Health Service Act. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to develop and maintain a plan for improving the development and distribution of diagnostic tests during public health emergencies. The bill emphasizes rapid scaling of testing capacity and coordination between public and private entities.
Expected Effects
The bill will likely result in a more structured and coordinated approach to diagnostic testing during public health emergencies. This includes improved development, validation, authorization, manufacture, procurement, and distribution of tests. It also mandates regular updates to the plan, ensuring its relevance over time.
Potential Benefits
- Improved preparedness for future public health emergencies.
- Faster development and deployment of diagnostic tests.
- Enhanced coordination between public and private sectors.
- Increased domestic capacity for test manufacturing and distribution.
- Utilization of novel technologies for better testing capabilities.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased government spending on diagnostic test development and distribution.
- Risk of bureaucratic delays in plan development and implementation.
- Possible over-reliance on specific technologies or manufacturers.
- Challenges in ensuring equitable access to diagnostic tests across all populations.
- The plan's effectiveness depends on consistent funding and political support.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Constitution's broad mandate to "promote the general Welfare" (Preamble). Specifically, it falls under Congress's power to regulate interstate commerce (Article I, Section 8), as diagnostic tests and related supplies often cross state lines. The Act does not appear to infringe on any specific individual rights or liberties guaranteed by the Bill of Rights.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).