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To abolish the John E. Fogarty International Center for Advanced Study in the Health Sciences.
2/14/2025, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1120
Bill 119 HR 1120, also known as the "Abolish the John E. Fogarty International Center for Advanced Study in the Health Sciences Act," aims to eliminate the John E. Fogarty International Center, which is a research center focused on advancing global health research and training. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and seeks to abolish the center in order to save costs and streamline government operations.
The John E. Fogarty International Center was established in 1968 and has played a significant role in supporting research and training programs in the health sciences, particularly in low and middle-income countries. The center has been instrumental in funding research on a wide range of health issues, including infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, and maternal and child health.
Proponents of the bill argue that abolishing the center will lead to cost savings for the government and will help to eliminate redundancy in the federal government's health research efforts. They also argue that the center's functions can be absorbed by other existing agencies and organizations, such as the National Institutes of Health. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that the John E. Fogarty International Center plays a unique and important role in advancing global health research and training. They argue that abolishing the center could have negative implications for global health efforts and could hinder progress in addressing global health challenges. Overall, the fate of Bill 119 HR 1120 remains uncertain as it makes its way through the legislative process. Supporters and opponents continue to debate the potential impacts of abolishing the John E. Fogarty International Center for Advanced Study in the Health Sciences.
The John E. Fogarty International Center was established in 1968 and has played a significant role in supporting research and training programs in the health sciences, particularly in low and middle-income countries. The center has been instrumental in funding research on a wide range of health issues, including infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, and maternal and child health.
Proponents of the bill argue that abolishing the center will lead to cost savings for the government and will help to eliminate redundancy in the federal government's health research efforts. They also argue that the center's functions can be absorbed by other existing agencies and organizations, such as the National Institutes of Health. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that the John E. Fogarty International Center plays a unique and important role in advancing global health research and training. They argue that abolishing the center could have negative implications for global health efforts and could hinder progress in addressing global health challenges. Overall, the fate of Bill 119 HR 1120 remains uncertain as it makes its way through the legislative process. Supporters and opponents continue to debate the potential impacts of abolishing the John E. Fogarty International Center for Advanced Study in the Health Sciences.
Congressional Summary of HR 1120
Abolish the Fogarty International Center Act of 2025
This bill abolishes the John E. Fogarty International Center for Advanced Study in the Health Sciences. (The Fogarty International Center is a research center at the National Institutes of Health that focuses on global health research and international collaboration activities.)
Current Status of Bill HR 1120
Bill HR 1120 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2025. Bill HR 1120 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 7, 2025. Bill HR 1120's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 7, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1120
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1120
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1120
To abolish the John E. Fogarty International Center for Advanced Study in the Health Sciences.
To abolish the John E. Fogarty International Center for Advanced Study in the Health Sciences.
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