President Signs Bioterrorism
Bill
June 14, 2002- President Bush June 12 signed the $4.6
billion bioterrorism bill (P.L.
107-188). The law authorizes preparedness funding for
states and hospitals, increased control over biological agents
and toxins, and enhanced protection of the food and water
supply, among other provisions [see
Washington Highlights, May 24].
Information:
Erica Froyd, Director, Public Health and Research Legislative Affairs
AAMC Office of Governmental Relations
efroyd@aamc.org
(202) 828-0525
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