The Improving DATA in Public Health Act would strengthen the federal government's ability to collect and share health data for disease tracking and public health emergencies. The bill requires health care providers, laboratories, pharmacies, and state and local health departments to report disease and health information to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention using standardized data formats, while ensuring that sensitive information is protected and shared first with appropriate state or local authorities. The legislation establishes an advisory committee with representatives from state health departments, health organizations, and federal agencies to guide implementation of the new data reporting system. The bill authorizes ten million dollars per year for fiscal years 2024 through 2026 to help healthcare providers and organizations develop best practices for collecting demographic data, including information about race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and housing status, with the goal of identifying and addressing health disparities. The law aims to reduce reporting burdens by coordinating data collection across agencies and preventing duplicate reporting requirements.
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