Boosting Brain Tumor Research and Care Improvement Act
This act aims to accelerate research into brain tumors, including glioblastoma, and enhance access to specialized care. Citizens can expect improved access to information about clinical trials and new treatments, as well as support for brain tumor survivors.
Key points
Increased transparency in sharing tumor tissue samples for research, speeding up discoveries.
Establishment of a glioblastoma research network and support for cellular therapies, potentially leading to new drugs.
Nationwide public awareness campaign on clinical trials and biomarker testing, increasing patient knowledge.
Pilot programs for better care and monitoring of brain tumor survivors, improving quality of life.
FDA guidance to facilitate brain tumor patients' access to clinical trials.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1330
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2025-04-08