STOP Neglected Diseases of Poverty Act

This bill establishes an Interagency Task Force to address neglected diseases of poverty in the U.S., such as Chagas disease and hookworm infection, which disproportionately affect low-income racial and ethnic minorities. It mandates federal agencies to create surveillance systems through CDC grants, develop provider education programs, and fund research for affordable diagnostics and treatments. The task force must produce a report identifying geographic hotspots, disparities, and barriers to care within 180 days of enactment. These programs target high-risk communities, particularly those with poor water quality or sanitation, and aim to improve early diagnosis and reduce long-term health burdens.