HR 1061 · 93th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

A bill to establish a Department of Health.

Introduced 1973-01-03· Sponsored by Rep. Rooney, John J. [D-NY-14]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Government Operations.(1973-01-03)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Title I: Establishment of Department - Establishes an executive department to be known as the Department of Health. Provides for a Secretary of Health, an Under Secretary, seven Assistant Secretaries; and a Chief Medical Officer, all of whom shall be appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate. Title II: Transfer of Functions to Secretary and Chief Medical Officer - Transfers to the Secretary all functions of the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare under specified Federal laws. Transfers various functions of the Secretary of H.E.W. in regard to the Public Health Service. Title III: Administrative Provisions - Authorizes the Secretary of Health to appoint and fix the compensation of such officers and employees as are necessary to carry out his functions. Transfers to the Secretary the personnel, property, and authorizations of the Acts and functions listed. Authorizes the Secretary to establish a working capital fund for expenses necessary for the maintenance and operation of common administrative services and equipment. Authorizes the Secretary to provide for certain services and supplies for employees and their dependents stationed at remote locali…

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