A bill providing that certain State medical officers and employees are deemed to be Federal officers or employees for purposes of section 1346(b) and chapter 171 of title 28, United States Code.

Provides that any officer or employee of any State who acts in cooperation with the performance of medical, surgical, dental, or related functions by any commissioned officer or employee of the Public Health Service while acting within the scope of his office or employment shall be deemed to be a Federal officer or employee.