S. 2398, the Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act, was signed by the President on September 30, 2026.
S. 2398 — Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act
What it does
This bill reauthorizes two federal programs that fund research and public-health efforts on tick-borne diseases through 2030. It extends the National Strategy and Regional Centers of Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases, and Enhanced Support to Health Departments programs, both of which were set to expire after 2025. The bill also makes technical corrections to how the Tick-Borne Disease Working Group is referenced in statute.
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What happens next
S. 2398 was signed by the President. It is now law.
Who is behind it
Filed by Susan Collins. Cosponsored by Adam Schiff, Amy Klobuchar, Andy Kim and Angus King.
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