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BARDA Contract Transparency: Shorter Medical Research Agreements

New rules limit the duration of contracts awarded by BARDA, the agency responsible for medical development. Most agreements will last up to five years, with renewal options, aiming to increase transparency and efficiency in public spending on medical research and development. Citizens can expect better oversight of how funds are used in public health.
Key points
Standard BARDA contract duration is now a maximum of five years, ensuring greater flexibility and oversight of projects.
In complex cases, contracts can extend up to ten years, but this requires specific justification.
All agreements are renewable for additional periods, each not exceeding five years, allowing for continuation of vital projects.
BARDA must notify contractors of contract modifications, renewals, extensions, or terminations within 90 days, improving predictability for collaborating companies.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4459
Sponsor: Rep. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9]
Process start date: 2023-07-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Contract Transparency at BARDA Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4459.

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 2023-07-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Standard BARDA contract duration is now a maximum of five years, ensuring greater flexibility and oversight of projects.
  • In complex cases, contracts can extend up to ten years, but this requires specific justification.
  • All agreements are renewable for additional periods, each not exceeding five years, allowing for continuation of vital projects.
  • BARDA must notify contractors of contract modifications, renewals, extensions, or terminations within 90 days, improving predictability for collaborating companies.
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. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health Public Investments