Animal Research Data Transparency Bill
Official: Federal Animal Research Accountability Act of 2025
This bill aims to improve transparency about how animals are used in research by requiring detailed reporting and public access to the data. It helps ensure accountability in animal research practices.
1. This bill requires research entities to report the number of animals used in studies each year. 2. It specifies how to categorize animals based on the pain or distress they experience during research. 3. The National Institutes of Health will create a public database for this information. 4. Research entities must submit their data within three months after the end of the fiscal year. 5. The changes will take effect two years after the bill becomes law.
Researchers and organizations conducting animal studies, as well as animal welfare advocates.