House passes stopgap spending bill with implications for NIH grants
The US House of Representatives passed a stopgap funding bill that prevents the White House from exerting more control over federal research grants. The bill keeps the government funded through December 11, pushing the issue past the upcoming midterm elections.
Why it matters
The legislation maintains the current status quo for NIH grant oversight, impacting how scientific research is funded and managed in the US.
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WASHINGTON — The House voted Tuesday to pass a stopgap government-funding bill that temporarily blocks the White House’s proposal to give political appointees more control over federal research grants.
The vote was 370-48 in favor. The Senate passed the same bill a month ago, so it now goes to the president for his signature.
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