HR 5501110th CongressSigned into LawHouse

Tom Lantos and Henry J. Hyde United States Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act of 2008

Policy Area: International Affairs

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Last Updated

Apr 7, 2025

Latest Action Date

Jul 30, 2008

Primary Sponsor

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Bill Sponsor

Rep. Berman, Howard L. [D-CA-28]

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Legislative Timeline

Signed into Law

2008-02-27Referred to Committee

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

2008-02-27Reported

Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

2008-02-27Committee

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

2008-02-27Introduced

Introduced in House

2008-03-10Calendars

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 333.

2008-03-10Discharge

Committee on Financial Services discharged.

2008-03-10Reported

Reported by the Committee on Foreign Affairs. H. Rept. 110-546, Part I.

2008-03-11Committee

Supplemental report filed by the Committee on Foreign Affairs, H. Rept. 110-546, Part II.

2008-03-11Floor

PERMISSION TO FILE SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT - By unanimous consent, the Committee on Foreign Affairs was granted permission to file a supplemental report on the bill H.R. 5501.

2008-04-01Reported

Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1065 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5501 with 2 hours of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI.

2008-04-02Floor

The Clerk was authorized to correct section numbers, punctuation, and cross references, and to make other necessary technical and conforming corrections in the engrossment of H.R. 5501.

2008-04-02Floor

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

2008-04-02Floor

On passage Passed by recorded vote: 308 - 116 (Roll no. 158).

2008-04-02Passed House

Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by recorded vote: 308 - 116 (Roll no. 158).

2008-04-02Floor

On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 175 - 248 (Roll no. 157).

2008-04-02Floor

The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H1941)

2008-04-02Reported

DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Ryan (WI) motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with amendments that reduce the authorization level specified in the bill from $50 billion to $30 billion.

2008-04-02Floor

Mr. Ryan (WI) moved to recommit with instructions to Foreign Affairs. (consideration: CR H1939-1941; text: CR H1939)

2008-04-02Floor

The House adopted the amendments en gross as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union.

2008-04-02Floor

The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. (consideration: CR H1939)

2008-04-02Floor

The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 5501.

2008-04-02Floor

DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1065, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Carson amendment.

2008-04-02Floor

DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1065, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McCollum amendment.

2008-04-02Floor

DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1065, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Fortenberry amendment.

2008-04-02Floor

DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1065, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Blumenauer amendment.

2008-04-02Floor

GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with two hours of general debate on H.R. 5501.

2008-04-02Floor

The Speaker designated the Honorable Eleanor Holmes Norton to act as Chairwoman of the Committee.

2008-04-02Floor

House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 1065 and Rule XVIII.

2008-04-02Floor

Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5501 with 2 hours of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI.

2008-04-02Reported

Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1065. (consideration: CR H1904-1942; text as reported in House: CR H1921-1934)

2008-04-02Passed House

Rule H. Res. 1065 passed House.

2008-04-03Referred to Committee

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

2008-07-16Floor

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Latest Action

Became Public Law No: 110-293.

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Executive Summary

The Tom Lantos and Henry J. Hyde United States Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act of 2008 is a federal law enacted to continue and enhance the United States' global efforts in combating HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria. This legislation reauthorizes funding and programs aimed at prevention, treatment, and care for these diseases internationally, building upon prior initiatives to strengthen global health security and support affected populations.

Bottom Line

This law extends U.S. global health leadership by reauthorizing programs and funding to fight HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria worldwide, reinforcing ongoing international health commitments.

Policy Risk Level

🟡 Medium

Neutral Risk Assessment

Key Points

Reauthorizes funding and programs to combat HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria internationally.
Supports prevention, treatment, and care initiatives in affected countries.
Builds on previous legislation to maintain U.S. leadership in global health efforts.

Who Benefits?

['International populations affected by HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria', 'U.S. government agencies involved in global health (e.g., USAID, CDC)', 'Non-governmental organizations and health providers engaged in disease prevention and treatment', 'Global health security stakeholders']

Potential Concerns

['Implementation challenges in coordinating international programs across multiple countries and agencies', 'Sustained funding requirements and budgetary impacts on U.S. appropriations', 'Oversight mechanisms to ensure effective use of funds and program accountability', 'Balancing U.S. foreign policy priorities with health program objectives']

Political Context

This legislation was enacted by the 110th Congress and signed into law on July 30, 2008, reflecting bipartisan support for continuing U.S. leadership in global health initiatives targeting HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria. It builds on earlier acts and international commitments to address these major global health challenges.

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Hidden impact flags detected: 2

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Indirect Effects

['Strengthening of global health infrastructure in partner countries', 'Potential improvements in international relations through health diplomacy', 'Enhanced capacity for responding to other infectious disease outbreaks']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The absence of a full bill text and official summary limits detailed analysis. Transparency on funding levels, oversight provisions, and program evaluation criteria would support better public understanding and accountability. Monitoring implementation and financial reporting will be important to assess the law's effectiveness.

Passage Likelihood: HighConfidence: 85%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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