André Carson (D-IN)
Recognizing the contributions of medical research and observing "Medical Research Week" from September 15 through September 19, 2025.
A Democratic resolution with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 4 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
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What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes the contributions of medical research and designates "Medical Research Week" from September 15 through September 19, 2025. It affirms the critical impact of medical research on improving the health and well-being of patients and communities. The resolution also emphasizes the importance of strong Federal annual funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH). It highlights how NIH funding supports researchers, drives economic activity, and maintains global competitiveness. Finally, it encourages the public to recognize the vital role of medical research across the country.
Yes· 3 of 9
- Scored +5
Is this likely to create jobs?
The resolution highlights that NIH funding supports approximately 412,000 jobs across the United States.
- Scored +5
Is this likely to grow the economy?
The text states that NIH funding drives economic activity and strengthens economic growth.
- Scored +5
Does this put more money into scientific research?
The resolution affirms the importance of ensuring strong Federal annual funding for the NIH.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Health Outcomes: The resolution notes that medical research leads to breakthrough discoveries that save lives and improve health outcomes for patients and communities. (Whereas clauses)
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Advancement of Treatments and Cures: Research through the NIH supports cutting-edge preventative strategies and research for treatments and cures for challenges such as cancer, Alzheimer's, heart disease, sickle cell, obesity, and the mental health and opioid epidemics. (Whereas clauses)
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Economic Growth and Job Creation: NIH funding is described as a driver of economic growth that boosts local and regional economies and supports approximately 412,000 jobs across the United States as of fiscal year 2023. (Whereas clauses)
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Support for Research Institutions: Funding supports generations of medical researchers and institutions, including over 300,000 non-Federal scientists and technical personnel at more than 2,500 medical schools, research universities, and facilities. (Whereas clauses)
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National Security and Self-Reliance: Robust investment in domestic medical research ensures self-reliance and safeguards American lives and national interests from global competitors. (Whereas clauses)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
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.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The text states that NIH funding drives economic activity and strengthens economic growth. Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution highlights that NIH funding supports approximately 412,000 jobs across the United States.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — The resolution notes that NIH funding drives demand for medical supplies and equipment used by manufacturers and suppliers. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The resolution highlights research into age-related conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Would union members be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the significant number of jobs supported by medical research funding.
- Healthcare
- Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The resolution notes that NIH-supported research addresses the mental health epidemic. Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths? — The resolution mentions that NIH research provides strategies for the opioid epidemic.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The resolution affirms the importance of ensuring strong Federal annual funding for the NIH.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this make trade with other countries easier? — The resolution emphasizes maintaining global competitiveness through medical research.
- 9/15/2025
- Submitted in House
- Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E851)
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 4 Cosponsors added.
Joyce BeattyDemocrat · Ohio
Suzan DelBeneDemocrat · Washington
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Lloyd SmuckerRepublican · Pennsylvania