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RepublicanBill · H.R. 2767· House(119-HR-2767)

BRAIN Act

Rep. Fitzpatrick
Age: 53 years
Pennsylvania
Introduced
4/9/2025
Last activity
4/9/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by
Brian Fitzpatrick
Cosponsors
Republican - 12Democrat - 63
Health
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill aims to advance research, treatments, and awareness for brain tumors and other rare cancers. It requires reporting on brain tumor biospecimen collections to make them more transparent for researchers. The legislation establishes specific research networks and team science awards focused on glioblastoma and cellular immunotherapy. It sets up a national public awareness campaign and demonstration projects regarding cancer clinical trials and biomarker testing. Additionally, the bill authorizes pilot programs for monitoring and caring for brain tumor survivors across their lifespans. Finally, it directs the Food and Drug Administration to issue guidance ensuring patient access to clinical trials.

Yes· 3 of 29

  • Does this put more money into scientific research?+10

    Provides substantial funding for brain tumor research, CAR-T treatments, and biospecimen transparency.

  • Does this put more money into medical research?+9

    Authorizes significant funding for glioblastoma research and cellular immunotherapy.

  • Would children be better off under this?+8

    Specifically addresses pediatric brain tumors and provides funding for pediatric cellular immunotherapy.

The opposite

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-2

    The bill increases government spending by authorizing new grants and programs.

  • Does this reduce what the federal government owes?-1

    The bill authorizes new federal spending totaling millions of dollars over several years.