Bill · H.R. 4979· House(119-HR-4979)

Tick Identification Pilot Program Act of 2025

Age: 51 years

New Jersey

Introduced: 8/15/2025
Last activity: 8/15/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by: Josh Gottheimer
Cosponsors: - 7 - 5

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The Tick Identification Pilot Program Act of 2025 directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to States for a tick identification pilot program. This program is implemented through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. States that have more reported cases of Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases, or those with effective implementation plans, may receive priority for these grants. The program requires individuals to be able to submit photo images of ticks along with location and date information. Following a professional review, individuals should receive a response within 72 hours. The Secretary is also tasked with collecting data on reported incidents and submitting annual reports to Congress.

Yes

Does this make health care easier to get in general?+3
The bill provides individuals with rapid identification of tick species and risk assessments to aid in medical decision-making.
Does this put more money into scientific research?+2
The bill funds a database of tick incidents and data collection to assist in understanding tick-borne disease patterns.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+1
The electronic submission of tick images may assist individuals with limited mobility in receiving remote medical guidance.