Yup! That is what I read as well. I am just wishful in thinking that some of the patents will only need 1 go around to prove they work. But I know sometimes the process can take many many years. But who cares if there is a product that can help the world!
Reapplying is not necessary anymore because OWCP leveraged its original USPTO applications to apply for PCT international patents. It's all done and protected in 140+ countries including entire US. No need to file locally in US anymore