The H. R. 7876, also known as the "Strengthening Mosquito Abatement for Safety and Health 2.0 Act" or "SMASH 2.0 Act," aims to enhance programs for monitoring and controlling diseases spread by mosquitoes and other vectors. It amends Section 317S of the Public Health Service...
Simple Explanation
The SMASH 2.0 Act is a plan to help protect people from diseases spread by mosquitoes, like Zika or West Nile, by giving money to programs that watch out for these bugs, teach people about them, and store important supplies to stop outbreaks. The money stays the same each year, but some people worry it might not be enough if costs go up or if new problems come up.