Expediting Critical Healthcare Supplies Through The U.S. Transportation System

Unprecedented transportation delays have severely limited reliable and timely movement of medical products. Transportation disruptions have become a healthcare issue. HIDA supports a Critical Cargo Program that prioritizes medical supplies during the COVID-19 response and future public health emergencies. Public and private stakeholders should be convened to identify a fast pass prioritization process to efficiently move product. The entire U.S. transportation system from ports to rail trucks to small parcel carriers should be included.

• Read HIDA’s Critical Cargo Position Statement
• Read Fast Pass For Medical Supplies Recommendations

HIDA Resources

Additional Links

• 12/1/2021 | HIDA Calls For 'Fast-Pass' System To Expedite Medical Supplies Throughout Transportation System
• 11/16/2021 | HIDA, AdvaMed, And ISEA Work With California Ports To Expedite Medical Supplies
• 11/4/2021 | HIDA Asks Administration To Fast-Pass Medical Supply Shipments
• 10/20/2021 | HIDA Applauds White House Efforts To Alleviate Transportation Challenges