H.R.8473

Veterinary Services to Improve Public Health in Rural Communities Act

Introduced·4/23/26

Veterinary Services to Improve Public Health in Rural Communities Act provides public health veterinary services to Indian Tribes and Tribal.

The Veterinary Services to Improve Public Health in Rural Communities Act aims to provide public health veterinary services to Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations for rabies prevention. It authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to expend funds for these services to prevent and control zoonotic disease infection and transmission in Service areas. The bill also mandates a feasibility study on delivering oral rabies vaccines to wildlife in Arctic regions and requires a biennial report on the use of funds and related services.

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Where it stands

Current
Indian and Insular Affairs Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Jun 9

2:00 PM

House Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs Hearing

History

Jun 9

House

Subcommittee Hearings Held

Jun 3

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs.

Apr 23

House

Introduced in House