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H.R. 6 – 21st Century Cures ACT: YES

November 30, 2016
Vote Notes on Legislation

H.R. 6 – 21st Century Cures ACT: YES. This bill expedites FDA approvals for new medical drugs and devices and authorizes spending on major research into cancer and Alzheimer’s. I voted against the original bill because it established multiple new mandatory spending programs outside of Congress’ annual appropriations review and depended primarily on budget gimmicks to pay for them. This version replaces the mandatory spending aspects of the bill with discretionary spending that Congress must review and approve ever year, and greatly reduces the pay-for gimmicks. It also incorporates HR 2646, a sweeping mental health bill that is critical to public safety. It is not a perfect bill, but does far more good than harm.

Issues:Healthcare