Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB1998

Introduced
3/29/23  
Refer
3/29/23  

Caption

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences for fiscal year 2024.

Impact

The imposition of a funding cap on the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences could significantly impact ongoing and future medical research projects. The limitation may restrict the center's ability to expand its programs or explore new areas of research that require additional funding, such as cutting-edge treatments or advanced therapeutic strategies. Supporters of the bill may argue that this budgetary discipline is crucial in maintaining fiscal responsibility, while opponents might express concern that such constraints could hinder scientific progress and public health advancements.

Summary

House Bill 1998 proposes a limitation on the availability of funds for the Department of Health and Human Services, specifically targeting the National Institutes of Health's National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences for the fiscal year 2024. The bill explicitly states that the total amount appropriated for this center cannot exceed $806,373,000. This measure reflects ongoing discussions in Congress surrounding federal budget allocations and priorities in health research and innovation programs.

Contention

The main contention surrounding HB1998 lies in balancing the need for fiscal responsibility with the imperative to fund essential health services and research initiatives. Supporters, primarily from conservative factions, advocate for stringent budget limits to reduce government spending. On the other hand, critics argue that capping the budget undermines the effectiveness of the National Institutes of Health in addressing public health challenges and advancing healthcare innovations. As the bill progresses through the legislative process, debates will likely intensify around the potential implications of funding shortfalls on the nation's health research landscape.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HB1981

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health National Institute of General Medical Science for fiscal year 2024.

US HB1985

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health National Institute on Aging for fiscal year 2024.

US HB1997

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health National Library of Medicine for fiscal year 2024.

US HB1994

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health for fiscal year 2024.

US HB1996

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health John E. Fogarty International Center for fiscal year 2024.

US HB1975

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health National Cancer Institute for fiscal year 2024.

US HB1995

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities for fiscal year 2024.

US HB1992

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health National Human Genome Research for fiscal year 2024.

US HB1983

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health National Eye Institute for fiscal year 2024.

US HB1991

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health National Institute of Mental Health for fiscal year 2024.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.