SAFE Biomedical Research Act

Securing And Fortifying Everyday Biomedical Research Act or the SAFE Biomedical Research Act

This bill requires the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to address national security concerns with respect to the biomedical research it conducts or supports.

Specifically, the NIH must consult with relevant agencies within the Department of Health and Human Services and other federal partners, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, regarding research that may affect or be affected by matters of national security. The NIH must also ensure that recipients of its funding adhere to appropriate technology practices and policies to safeguard identifiable, sensitive information.

The SAFE Biomedical Research Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 5626, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to ensure the ethical treatment of animals used in biomedical research.

The bill outlines specific guidelines and regulations that research facilities must follow when conducting experiments on animals. These guidelines include requirements for proper housing, feeding, and medical care for the animals, as well as protocols for minimizing pain and distress during experiments.

Additionally, the SAFE Biomedical Research Act aims to promote transparency in research practices by requiring facilities to report detailed information about their animal testing procedures to the public. This includes information on the number and species of animals used, the purpose of the research, and the outcomes of the experiments. Overall, the SAFE Biomedical Research Act seeks to strike a balance between the important scientific advancements that can be made through animal research and the ethical treatment of animals involved in these experiments. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to protect animal welfare, while opponents raise concerns about potential impacts on scientific progress.