A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that a United States withdrawal from the World Health Organization undermines United States global health leadership and the international COVID-19 response.

Bill Number

SRES 653

Introduced

Jul 21, 2020

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4355-4356; text: CR S4355)

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Asia Cardiovascular and respiratory health China Emergency medical services and trauma care Infectious and parasitic diseases International Affairs International organizations and cooperation World health

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Summary

This resolution expresses disapproval of the withdrawal of the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO). The resolution emphasizes the importance of U.S. membership to ensure the implementation of reforms necessary for the WHO to respond to the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) crisis and future crises.

Actions

Jul 21, 2020

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4355-4356; text: CR S4355)
Jul 21, 2020

Introduced in Senate

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