Recognizing that equity, diversity, and inclusion in federally funded health research is necessary to enhance scientific excellence, and ensure equitable outcomes for patients in the United States.

This resolution states the position of the House of Representatives on federally funded health research. It says that equity, diversity, and inclusion in that research are necessary for scientific excellence and equal outcomes for patients. It states that the House is committed to addressing barriers that underserved and underrepresented communities face in funding, publication, and representation. It opposes efforts it describes as politically motivated to interfere with the merit-based review of research grants, and it urges the administration to keep the existing peer review process. The resolution does not change any law or funding.

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Sponsors

• Debbie Dingell Democrat sponsor
• 5 cosponsors