This bill requires any World Health Organization (WHO) pandemic agreement to be approved by the U.S. Senate with a two-thirds majority vote, rather than allowing the President to adopt it as an executive agreement. The legislation specifically targets the WHO's ongoing negotiations on pandemic prevention and preparedness, which the World Health Assembly partially adopted in May 2025. The bill reflects congressional concerns about WHO's handling of COVID-19, its perceived influence by China, and public skepticism of the organization's independence. By classifying any WHO pandemic agreement as a treaty requiring Senate ratification, the measure ensures Congress has a significant say in whether the United States participates in major WHO pandemic initiatives. Additionally, the bill expresses policy support for Taiwan's full participation in the WHO.
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