Medical and Health Stockpile Accountability Act of 2023

HR 3577, the Medical and Health Stockpile Accountability Act of 2023, requires the federal government to create an automated tracking system for critical medical supplies held in the national stockpile and shared with state, tribal, local, and private entities like hospitals and manufacturers. The system must provide near real-time data on supply levels, establish standardized reporting for product categories and inventory, and ensure private entities' data remains confidential and cannot be used for reallocation or commercial purposes. It mandates annual testing of the system, provides $250 million for development (2024-2029), and offers support to smaller healthcare facilities without automated tracking systems. The bill directly affects federal agencies managing the stockpile, healthcare providers, and medical supply manufacturers by standardizing and securing supply chain data during emergencies.