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Easier Access to Clinical Trials and Patient Support

This act aims to make clinical trials more accessible, especially for underrepresented groups. Citizens may receive coverage for travel and meal expenses related to trial participation, as well as free digital health technologies. Additionally, drug and device manufacturers can cover patient costs in trials, removing financial barriers.
Key points
Financial support for clinical trial participants: covering travel, transportation, and meal expenses.
Free digital health technologies for patients in trials to facilitate participation.
Drug and device manufacturers can cover patient trial costs without legal penalties.
Income from clinical trial participation up to $2,000 annually will be tax-exempt.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3521
Sponsor: Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25]
Process start date: 2025-05-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Clinical Trial Modernization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3521.

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 2025-05-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial support for clinical trial participants: covering travel, transportation, and meal expenses.
  • Free digital health technologies for patients in trials to facilitate participation.
  • Drug and device manufacturers can cover patient trial costs without legal penalties.
  • Income from clinical trial participation up to $2,000 annually will be tax-exempt.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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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