H.R. 3295In committeeHealth care
NIH-funded labs would face new public animal research reporting rules
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 3295 requires NIH-funded institutions to publicly report animal research data by species and pain level in a searchable database.50-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
HR 3295 requires research institutions receiving NIH funding to file annual reports detailing how many animals they bred, housed, and used in research. Reports must break down data by species and by the level of pain or distress animals experienced, including whether pain-relieving drugs were given or withheld. NIH would then publish this information in a public, searchable online database within three months of each filing.
Who does it affect?
The bill affects universities, hospitals, and other research organizations that use NIH funding for animal research, as well as NIH itself, which must build and maintain the database. Ordinary citizens, journalists, and watchdog groups would have access to the published data.
Why does it matter?
The new rules would make animal research data publicly accessible in a standardized, searchable format for the first time under this requirement. Institutions would have two years after enactment to prepare for the reporting obligations before they take effect.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Federal Animal Research Accountability Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- May 8, 2025
- Latest action:
- May 8, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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