Bills · HR 7779
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7779Health
HEALTHY BRAINS Act of 2026
INTRO MAR 3· LAST ACTION MAR 3
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because neurodegenerative diseases are a growing public health concern, impacting millions of Americans and their families, often with devastating consequences. While genetics and lifestyle are known factors, our understanding of how environmental exposures contribute to these diseases is still developing.
If this bill becomes law, it could lead to significant advancements in identifying specific environmental triggers, which could help people make more informed choices about their health and surroundings. It could also spur the development of new prevention strategies and treatments, potentially slowing or stopping the progression of these debilitating conditions. Without this bill, research into these crucial environmental links might remain fragmented or underfunded, delaying progress in preventing and treating neurodegenerative diseases and leaving a critical gap in public health efforts.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program for research, training, and health information dissemination on environmental risk factors of neurodegenerative diseases.
This creates a dedicated federal effort to understand the environmental causes of debilitating brain diseases, which is currently a critical knowledge gap.
PROVISION 02
Defines the scope of research to include environmental toxicants like VOCs, particulate matter, PFAS, and heavy metals, and their mechanisms of action and effects on disease progression.
This ensures the research is focused on specific, impactful environmental threats and their biological interactions with neurodegenerative diseases.
PROVISION 03
Mandates the establishment of Collaborative Centers for Neurodegenerative Disease Environmental Research at institutions and medical centers.
These centers will serve as specialized hubs to conduct comprehensive, interdisciplinary research and foster collaboration among experts.
PROVISION 04
Requires the Secretary to submit a biennial report to Congress and publicly post findings and conclusions from the research program.
This ensures transparency, accountability, and regular updates on the program's progress and discoveries.
PROVISION 05
Allows Collaborative Centers to establish a nationwide data system and an information clearinghouse to share research findings and enhance knowledge.
These tools can significantly accelerate the dissemination of information and insights among researchers and the public.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 12
D· Virginia
YRS IN OFFICE
1
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44
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 100%
DEM 6 REP 6 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 3
Introduced in House
MAR 3
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7779
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 3, 2026
Last actionMar 3, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 3, 2026
House BillHR 7779Health
HEALTHY BRAINS Act of 2026
INTRODUCED MAR 3, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 3, 2026
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READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
12
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