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

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Summary of Bill HR 1978

Bill 118 hr 1978, also known as the "Limitation on Availability of Funds for National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases for Fiscal Year 2024 Act," aims to restrict the amount of funds available to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) within the Department of Health and Human Services for the fiscal year 2024.

The bill proposes a limitation on the availability of funds for NIDDK, which is responsible for conducting research and providing grants related to diabetes, digestive diseases, and kidney disorders. This limitation is intended to control the amount of money allocated to NIDDK for the specified fiscal year.

The purpose of this limitation is not explicitly stated in the bill, but it may be related to budgetary constraints, a desire to prioritize funding for other health initiatives, or a need to reassess the allocation of resources within the Department of Health and Human Services. Overall, Bill 118 hr 1978 seeks to place restrictions on the funding available to NIDDK for fiscal year 2024, potentially impacting the institute's ability to carry out its research and grant programs in the areas of diabetes, digestive diseases, and kidney disorders.

Congressional Summary of HR 1978

This bill limits FY2024 funding for the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1978

Bill HR 1978 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 1978 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023. Bill HR 1978's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of April 7, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1978

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1978

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Department of Health and Human Services

- Digestive and metabolic diseases

- Executive agency funding and structure

- National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1978

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