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Senate Advances Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act to Combat Vector-Borne Diseases
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Senate Advances Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act
- The U.S. Senate has advanced S. 2398, the Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act.
- The legislation continues federal program authorization for combating tick-borne illnesses nationwide.
- The bill focuses on improving research, surveillance, and coordination for public health preparedness.
Federal Legislation Reauthorizes Programs for Tick-Borne Illness Research and Prevention
NewsWK — The United States Senate has advanced legislation titled the Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act (S. 2398), according to official legislative documentation published by GovInfo.
The measure extends federal authorization for programs dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, and research of tick-borne illnesses and vector-borne diseases. Tick-borne health risks, such as Lyme disease, remain a growing concern for outdoor workers, land owners, and families across rural and suburban communities nationwide.
By maintaining federal support for research and surveillance, the bill aims to bolster coordination between federal health agencies and local public health departments without establishing unnecessary regulatory burdens.
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