TRSA President & CEO Joseph Ricci recently submitted comments on the importance of reusable personal protective equipment (PPE), following a request from the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP). The committee sought information on policies it could consider as part of the reauthorization of the Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Act (PAHPA). The act is slated for reauthorization before the end of the fiscal year on Sept. 30.

The committee is considering specific changes that Congress could make to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of current Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) programs and activities—plus any ...