Why This Matters
This bill prevents the National Institutes of Health from giving money for animal research done outside the U.S. to ensure better animal welfare standards and oversight.
If you support animal welfare, this bill could help ensure better treatment of animals in research funded by U.S. taxpayers.
Affects: Researchers and organizations that conduct animal research in the United States.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill stops the National Institutes of Health from funding animal research outside the United States. 2. It requires all research using live animals to take place within the United States. 3. The bill aims to improve oversight of animal welfare in research funded by American taxpayers. 4. It highlights concerns about mistreatment of animals in foreign research projects.
Who is affected?
Researchers and organizations that conduct animal research in the United States.