A Republican bill with 2 Democratic cosponsors · See all 3 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The bill is known as the Shandra Eisenga TB Study Act of 2026. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct a comprehensive study on the feasibility of developing an accurate and reliable standardized test to detect tuberculosis in human cadaver tissue. The study aims to improve donor screening, transplant safety, and the integrity of organ and tissue donation systems. The Secretary must consult with several health directors, the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, the Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration, and relevant stakeholders. A report describing the findings, conclusions, and recommendations must be submitted to Congress not later than 3 years after the date of enactment. The activities are funded through amounts appropriated to support the Department of Health and Human Services for fiscal years 2027 through 2031, subject to availability.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +5
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The bill mandates a study to improve donor screening and transplant safety, which enhances overall healthcare and tissue donation systems.
- Scored +5
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?
Patients requiring organ and tissue transplants stand to benefit from enhanced safety and screening standards resulting from the study.
- Scored +4
Does this put more money into medical research?
The legislation directs a comprehensive study on developing tuberculosis tests for cadaver tissue to close research and scientific gaps.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Section 2(a) requires a study on developing a standardized test for detecting tuberculosis in human cadaver tissue for the purpose of improving donor screening, transplant safety, and the integrity of organ and tissue donation systems. This could benefit individuals by making organ and tissue transplants safer.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any explicit sections or provisions outlining negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill mandates a study to improve donor screening and transplant safety, which enhances overall healthcare and tissue donation systems. Does this put more money into medical research? — The legislation directs a comprehensive study on developing tuberculosis tests for cadaver tissue to close research and scientific gaps.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — Patients requiring organ and tissue transplants stand to benefit from enhanced safety and screening standards resulting from the study.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill mandates a detailed report of findings, conclusions, and recommendations to be submitted to Congress. Does this give the federal government more power? — The act tasks the federal Department of Health and Human Services with conducting a national study and reporting to Congress.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill requires a comprehensive scientific feasibility study regarding tuberculosis screening methodologies in cadaver tissue.
- 10/26/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/13/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/30/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Debbie DingellDemocrat · Michigan
Neal DunnRepublican · Florida
Josh GottheimerDemocrat · New Jersey