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Animal-Free Research: New Center and Reporting in Science

This act establishes a new center within the National Institutes of Health to support and fund medical research without the use of animals. The goal is to improve research effectiveness and reduce animal suffering, potentially leading to faster market introduction of safer drugs. Research institutions will be required to report animal usage and submit reduction plans.
Key points
A National Center for Alternatives to Animals in Research and Testing will be established to promote and fund research methods without animal involvement.
Federally funded research entities will be required to annually report the number of animals used and submit plans for their reduction.
The aim is to increase the effectiveness of medical research by utilizing modern technologies like organs-on-chips and artificial intelligence, potentially accelerating drug development.
The act seeks to reduce animal suffering in scientific research, addressing public concerns.
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Print number: 117_HR_1744
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-20]
Process start date: 2021-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Humane Research and Testing Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1744.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A National Center for Alternatives to Animals in Research and Testing will be established to promote and fund research methods without animal involvement.
  • Federally funded research entities will be required to annually report the number of animals used and submit plans for their reduction.
  • The aim is to increase the effectiveness of medical research by utilizing modern technologies like organs-on-chips and artificial intelligence, potentially accelerating drug development.
  • The act seeks to reduce animal suffering in scientific research, addressing public concerns.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-20].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Pappas asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 1744, a bill originally introduced by Representative Hastings, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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