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HR 7779

HEALTHY BRAINS Act of 2026

119th Congress Introduced by Don Bacon and 11 co-sponsors

HR 7779 establishes federal brain health initiatives to coordinate research and treatment programs for neurological diseases and cognitive disorders.

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Bill Summary · HR 7779

Legislative bill overview

HR 7779, the HEALTHY BRAINS Act of 2026, aims to establish or expand federal initiatives addressing brain health, neurological diseases, and cognitive disorders. The bill was introduced by Representatives Suhas Subramanyam (D-WA) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) and is currently under review by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, which handles healthcare and public health legislation.

Why is this important

Brain health and neurological conditions affect millions of Americans and impose substantial economic costs through healthcare spending and lost productivity. Federal coordination and funding in this area could improve research, early detection, prevention programs, and treatment options for conditions like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and other cognitive disorders.

Potential points of contention

  • Federal spending and budget constraints – Any new brain health initiatives require funding; lawmakers may debate whether new federal programs are necessary versus expanding existing efforts
  • Research prioritization – Questions about which neurological conditions should receive emphasis and whether funding allocation favors certain diseases over others
  • Public-private coordination – Balancing government involvement with pharmaceutical and biotech industry roles in research and treatment development

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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