Follow the Science Act

Hozzl · 2026-02-18T19:10:11Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7173 Follow the Science Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/18/2026, 7:10 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7173

The bill, designated as H.R. 7173 in the 119th Congress and introduced on January 21, 2026, aims to amend the Public Health Service Act to safeguard scientific integrity within the National Institutes of Health. It specifically seeks to prevent the allocation of funds toward politically motivated endeavors.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7173

Bill HR 7173 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 21, 2026. Bill HR 7173 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 21, 2026. Bill HR 7173's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of January 21, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7173

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

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Total Number of Cosponsors

110

Democrat Cosponsors

110

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7173

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7173

To amend the Public Health Service Act to ensure scientific integrity in the activities of the National Institutes of Health and prevent the diversion of funds to politically driven activities, and for other purposes.