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Boosting Alzheimer's Research Funding: Direct NIH Budget Reporting.

This law strengthens the funding process for Alzheimer's disease research initiatives led by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). It requires the NIH Director to submit an annual, independent budget estimate directly to the President and Congress for these specific initiatives. This ensures that the scientific community's professional assessment of necessary funding and personnel is clearly communicated to lawmakers.
Key points
Mandates an annual, independent budget proposal for Alzheimer's research, prepared directly by the NIH Director, starting in fiscal year 2024.
Ensures that scientists' funding and staffing needs are presented to Congress without being altered by other administrative bodies, promoting transparency in research funding.
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Print number: 118_HR_620
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]
Process start date: 2023-01-30