Public Health Alliance Formation & Goals - Fifteen US states and territories have formed the Governor's Public Health Alliance to share data, coordinate policy, and prepare for future pandemics [1] - The alliance aims to address the federal government's withdrawal from providing scientific advice to states and cities [2] - The alliance represents approximately 34% of the US population [3] - The alliance focuses on everyday infectious vectors, new treatments, prevention, and science-based approaches [5] - The alliance seeks to achieve economies of scale by pooling state resources [5][8] Concerns Regarding Federal Government - There are concerns about the federal government's capacity to empower people to stay safe and healthy [4] - The alliance was formed due to uncertainty about the federal government's capabilities, especially during shutdowns and potential cuts at the CDC [6][10] - States are seeking transparency regarding the national stockpile of vaccines, PPE (masks, gloves), and other resources [6] - States aim to fill gaps in public health services more efficiently by working together rather than individually [11] State-Level Actions & Funding - The alliance is currently funded through a nonprofit organization [11] - States may potentially purchase equipment together through this entity [12] - States are exploring ways to make vaccines more accessible under federal guidelines [16][17]