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To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce, the Council for Technology and Innovation of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, to carry out a program to facilitate and coordinate efforts between the United States and Israel to expand and enhance collaboration on the development and delivery of health care products and services.
1/24/2025, 9:21 AM
Summary of Bill HR 661
The goal of this program is to facilitate and coordinate efforts between the two countries to expand and enhance their cooperation in the health care sector. This collaboration will involve sharing knowledge, resources, and expertise to improve the development and delivery of health care products and services.
By working together, the United States and Israel hope to advance medical research, innovation, and technology in the health care field. This partnership will benefit both countries by fostering mutual learning and innovation, ultimately leading to improved health outcomes for their populations. Overall, Bill 119 HR 661 seeks to strengthen the relationship between the United States and Israel in the health care sector, promoting collaboration and innovation for the benefit of both countries.
Congressional Summary of HR 661
Maximizing Israel-U.S. Research Advancement and Collaborative Leadership in Emerging Medical Technology Act of 2025 or the MIRACLE Medical Technology Act of 2025
This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to implement a program for the United States and Israel to collaborate on developing and delivering health care products and services. The program must include coordinated activities in specified areas, including research and development, use of innovative technology, intellectual property protection, regulatory harmonization, disease prevention, and biological product manufacturing. The bill authorizes HHS to establish a joint United States-Israel Health Care Collaboration Center in the United States to leverage existing expertise for advancing the program’s purposes.
Current Status of Bill HR 661
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 661
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 661
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 661
Comments

Willa George
10 months ago
I don't really know much about this bill, but it seems kinda sketchy to me. Why are we working with Israel on healthcare stuff when there are so many issues here at home that need to be addressed first? I just don't see how this is gonna benefit regular people like me. #confused #notsure


