Amid Recent Tick Population Surge in Central New York, Experts from SUNY Upstate, SUNY ESF Join Rep. Katko to Highlight Efforts to Combat Tick-Borne Illness
July 19, 2021 Katko Announces Renewed Effort Utilizing Innovative Technology, Push for Federal Funding SYRACUSE, NY— Standing with experts from SUNY Upstate Medical University and SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF), Rep. Katko today announced he will reintroduce the Tick Identification Pilot Program Act this week. This bipartisan bill would establish a pilot program under the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) allowing states to apply for grants to establish tick identification programs. Through these programs, individuals would be able to send pic...
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