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Increased funding for research and treatment of blood disorders, including sickle cell disease.

This act increases funding for research, surveillance, prevention, and treatment programs for sickle cell disease and other inherited blood disorders. This means more money will be allocated to combat these conditions, potentially improving access to care and innovative therapies for affected individuals.
Key points
Annual funding for blood disorder programs increased from $4.455 million to $8.205 million for fiscal years 2024-2028.
Expanded funding options to include grants and cooperative agreements, in addition to existing contracts, for research and treatment.
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Additional Information
Sickle Cell Disease and Other Heritable Blood Disorders Research, Surveillance, Prevention, and Treatment Act of 2023
Print number: HR 3884
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Process start date: 2023-06-07