Implementing the National HIV/AIDS Strategy for the United States for 2015-2020
Federal Agencies Must Implement Updated National HIV/AIDS Strategy
What it does
Agencies must submit action plans within 100 days and coordinate to implement the Updated Strategy.
Real-world impact
- Creates required agency action plans and annual progress reports.
- May change budget priorities for HIV programs across federal departments.
- Increases coordination with state, tribal, local partners and community groups.
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Summary
This order directs the federal government to implement the National HIV/AIDS Strategy Updated to 2020. It names lead agencies, requires agency action plans within 100 days, and creates a Federal Interagency Working Group to coordinate efforts.
The White House office that coordinates national AIDS policy will monitor progress and report to the President annually. Agencies must designate coordination officials, share progress, and use budget planning to prioritize HIV programs.
The goal is to reduce new infections, expand access to care, and reduce HIV-related disparities.
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