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Ban on Taxpayer-Funded Painful Monkey Experiments by NIH.

This law aims to stop the National Institutes of Health (NIH) from funding or conducting research on monkeys that causes significant pain or distress (Categories D and E). This ensures that taxpayer money is no longer used for the most invasive animal testing procedures. Furthermore, the NIH must annually publish detailed reports on all primate research, increasing transparency regarding public spending.
Key points
Prohibits the use of taxpayer funds for the most painful experiments on nonhuman primates conducted or supported by the NIH.
Requires the NIH to publish annual public reports detailing all primate research projects, including costs, number of animals used, and efforts to phase out primate use.
Mandates an independent review (by the GAO) of NIH's effectiveness in reducing and replacing the use of nonhuman primates in research.
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Print number: 118_HR_9634
Sponsor: Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1]
Process start date: 2024-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PRIMATES Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9634.

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 2024-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the use of taxpayer funds for the most painful experiments on nonhuman primates conducted or supported by the NIH.
  • Requires the NIH to publish annual public reports detailing all primate research projects, including costs, number of animals used, and efforts to phase out primate use.
  • Mandates an independent review (by the GAO) of NIH's effectiveness in reducing and replacing the use of nonhuman primates in research.
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. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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