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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.

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1983

Bill 118 hr 1983, also known as the "Limitation on Availability of Funds for National Eye Institute for Fiscal Year 2024 Act," aims to restrict the amount of funds available to the Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health National Eye Institute, for the fiscal year 2024. The bill seeks to impose a limitation on the funding allocated to the National Eye Institute, which is responsible for conducting research and providing grants related to eye health and vision.

If passed, this legislation would impact the budget and operations of the National Eye Institute for the upcoming fiscal year. Supporters of the bill argue that limiting funds for the National Eye Institute is necessary in order to prioritize funding for other critical health initiatives or to address budgetary concerns. Critics, on the other hand, may argue that reducing funding for the National Eye Institute could hinder important research and advancements in the field of eye health.

Overall, Bill 118 hr 1983 represents a significant decision regarding the allocation of funds within the Department of Health and Human Services and the National Institutes of Health. It is important for lawmakers and the public to carefully consider the potential implications of this legislation on eye health research and funding priorities.

Congressional Summary of HR 1983

This bill limits FY2024 funding for the National Eye Institute.

Current Status of Bill HR 1983

Bill HR 1983 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 1983 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 1983's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of April 7, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1983

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1983

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Department of Health and Human Services
- Executive agency funding and structure
- Hearing, speech, and vision care
- National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1983

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.
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.

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