Supports U.S. role in saving children's lives and protecting health in low-income countries through vaccines and immunization via Gavi.
The bill affirms U.S. support for Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, to purchase vaccines for low-income countries. It highlights Gavi's role in reducing mortality, improving immunization programs, and ensuring market stability for vaccines. Gavi has supported the immunization of over 1.1 billion children and averted 18.8 million deaths since 2000. The bill encourages continued U.S. commitment to Gavi, recognizing its impact on global health security and economic benefits. Gavi's efforts include expanding malaria vaccine programs and supporting health systems in low-income countries.
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