Restrict Authority to Declare Public Health Emergencies
Department of Health and Human Services / Office of the Secretary
Place limits on HHS Secretary's ability to declare indefinite public health emergencies (PHEs) by requiring Congressional approval for extensions.
"Currently, HHS is merely required to notify Congress of such a declaration within 48 hours. Congress should establish a set time frame for any PHE, placing on the Secretary the burden of proof as to why an extension of the PHE is necessary." – Project 2025History
Mon Jan 20 2025
Initial analysis
Disruptive Potential
HIGH
Would limit government's ability to respond quickly to health emergencies and potentially restrict access to emergency resources
Status
Planned
Related Initiatives
1 initiatives
Department of Health and Human Services / Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Reform CDC Authority and Structure
HIGH