HEARTS Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-03-14T12:50:18Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1291 HEARTS Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/14/2025, 12:50 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1291

Bill 119 hr 1291, also known as the Alternatives to Animals in Research Act, aims to make changes to the Public Health Service Act in order to prioritize nonanimal methods in research proposals funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The bill seeks to ensure that nonanimal methods are considered first, when applicable and feasible, in order to reduce the use of animals in research.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of the National Center for Alternatives to Animals in Research and Testing. This center would be responsible for promoting and developing nonanimal methods for research, as well as providing resources and support for researchers looking to use alternative methods.

Overall, the goal of Bill 119 hr 1291 is to encourage the use of nonanimal methods in research whenever possible, in order to reduce the number of animals used in scientific experiments. The bill aims to promote more ethical and humane research practices, while still advancing scientific knowledge and innovation.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1291

Bill HR 1291 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 13, 2025. Bill HR 1291 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 13, 2025. Bill HR 1291's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 13, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1291

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1291

To amend the Public Health Service Act to ensure that nonanimal methods are prioritized, where applicable and feasible, in proposals for all research to be conducted or supported by the National Institutes of Health, to provide for the establishment of the National Center for Alternatives to Animals in Research and Testing, and for other purposes.