Walberg Backs Bill to Bolster Zika Virus Preparedness, Expedite Vaccines
April 12, 2016
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) today supported bipartisan legislation to add the Zika virus to the Food and Drug Administration's Priority Review Voucher Program, which would help expedite the development of vaccines and treatments for the mosquito-borne virus. It passed the House unanimously and now heads to the President's desk.
"As the Zika virus continues to spread, we must bolster our preparedness and response systems to keep the American people safe. By encouraging more rapid breakthroughs in vaccines and treatments, we will be better equipped to effectively confront this global public health crisis," said Walberg.
Congressman Walberg serves on the House Education and the Workforce Committee as Chair of the Workforce Protections Subcommittee. In addition, he serves on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. For more information on Walberg's work in Congress visit walberg.house.gov.
"As the Zika virus continues to spread, we must bolster our preparedness and response systems to keep the American people safe. By encouraging more rapid breakthroughs in vaccines and treatments, we will be better equipped to effectively confront this global public health crisis," said Walberg.
Congressman Walberg serves on the House Education and the Workforce Committee as Chair of the Workforce Protections Subcommittee. In addition, he serves on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. For more information on Walberg's work in Congress visit walberg.house.gov.
Issues:Health Care