Oregon Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, along with 44 other Senate Democrats, have introduced legislation to direct production of vital medical supplies and equipment along with oversight of its supply chain.  The Medical Supply Transparency and Delivery Act requires President Donald Trump to utilize all available authorities under the Defense Production Act to mobilize a federal response to the pandemic through an equitable and transparent process.  The bill would require publicly reported national assessments on a weekly basis to determine national critical equipment supply and requirements.  The legislation would also establish an Executive Officer position to oversee acquisition and logistics for COVID-19 equipment production and delivery.  The bill would also require a comprehensive plan for a COVID-19 vaccine and testing, including viral and antibody testing, and establish an Inspector General to oversee the implementation of the legislation.