Congressional Testimony

July 2020

Daniel M. Gerstein discusses the role of the Strategic National Stockpile in the context of a pandemic

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Rethinking the Role of the Strategic National Stockpile

COVID-19 has exposed serious weaknesses in our national preparedness for a global pandemic, including with the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS). Daniel Gerstein provides recommendations for rethinking the SNS to help prepare for future emergencies. Watch the video overview or read the full testimony to learn more.

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Daniel M. Gerstein
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