What is the current status of HR 6434?

HR 6434 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 6434?

HR 6434 was sponsored by Madeleine Dean (D), Rep.

Freedom to Heal Act

IntroducedDecember 4, 2025

Introduced9 months ago

Intro

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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Health

Why This Matters

The Freedom to Heal Act allows doctors to register to use certain investigational drugs for patients who have exhausted other treatment options. This bill is important because it provides more access to potentially life-saving treatments for those in need.

If you are a patient with a serious illness, this bill could give you access to new treatment options that are currently not available.

Who this affects

Patients with serious illnesses

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill allows certain doctors to register to use investigational drugs.
2It focuses on drugs classified as schedule I under the Controlled Substances Act.
3Doctors must meet specific requirements to administer these drugs to patients.
4The bill aims to help patients who have no other treatment options.
5The Attorney General will oversee the registration process for physicians.

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