On the recordMay 18, 2021
the idea here is to establish a reserve fund so that you don't have to come back to Congress in order to respond to a public health emergency.
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congress.govthe idea here is to establish a reserve fund so that you don't have to come back to Congress in order to respond to a public health emergency.
Senator Schatz advocates for a reserve fund for public health emergencies.
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