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Increasing Women's Participation in Medical Research and Rare Disease Treatment

This act aims to boost women's involvement in clinical trials, especially for rare diseases. Citizens can expect better access to information about research and potentially more effective treatments for conditions that often affect women. A special task force will also be established to coordinate efforts on rare diseases.
Key points
Public awareness campaigns will encourage women to participate in clinical trials, potentially improving treatment quality.
Special emphasis will be placed on research into rare diseases that disproportionately affect women.
A permanent task force will be created to coordinate government efforts in treating rare diseases.
An action plan will be developed to better coordinate research and development of treatments for rare diseases in women.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10484
Sponsor: Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
Process start date: 2024-12-18