Protecting Medical Research Funding Act

This bill protects money set aside for medical research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). It says that once Congress gives NIH funding, that money can’t be frozen, moved, or repurposed unless a new law is passed that clearly allows it. This helps keep research projects on track and avoids sudden funding cuts that could slow progress on treatments and cures.

It also requires the Health and Human Services Secretary to confirm, within 30 days and then every year, that the rules are being followed. This adds a simple check to make sure the funds stay where they are meant to be.

• Who is affected: NIH researchers, patients waiting for new treatments, and communities that benefit from medical research.
• What changes: NIH funds can’t be delayed or shifted without a new, specific law; yearly compliance certification is required.
• When: The protections take effect after the bill becomes law, with certification due within 30 days and annually after that.