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To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce, the Council for Technology and Innovation of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, to carry out a program to facilitate and coordinate efforts between the United States and Israel to expand and enhance collaboration on the development and delivery of health care products and services.

1/24/2025, 9:21 AM

Summary of Bill HR 661

Bill 119 HR 661, also known as the United States-Israel Health Care Cooperation Act, aims to establish a program that will promote collaboration between the United States and Israel in the development and delivery of health care products and services. The program will be overseen by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce, the Council for Technology and Innovation of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the Commissioner of Food and Drugs.

The goal of this program is to facilitate and coordinate efforts between the two countries to expand and enhance their cooperation in the health care sector. This collaboration will involve sharing knowledge, resources, and expertise to improve the development and delivery of health care products and services.

By working together, the United States and Israel hope to advance medical research, innovation, and technology in the health care field. This partnership will benefit both countries by fostering mutual learning and innovation, ultimately leading to improved health outcomes for their populations. Overall, Bill 119 HR 661 seeks to strengthen the relationship between the United States and Israel in the health care sector, promoting collaboration and innovation for the benefit of both countries.

Congressional Summary of HR 661

Maximizing Israel-U.S. Research Advancement and Collaborative Leadership in Emerging Medical Technology Act of 2025 or the MIRACLE Medical Technology Act of 2025

This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to implement a program for the United States and Israel to collaborate on developing and delivering health care products and services. The program must include coordinated activities in specified areas, including research and development, use of innovative technology, intellectual property protection, regulatory harmonization, disease prevention, and biological product manufacturing. The bill authorizes HHS to establish a joint United States-Israel Health Care Collaboration Center in the United States to leverage existing expertise for advancing the program’s purposes.

Current Status of Bill HR 661

Bill HR 661 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 23, 2025. Bill HR 661 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 23, 2025.  Bill HR 661's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of January 23, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 661

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 661

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 661

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce, the Council for Technology and Innovation of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, to carry out a program to facilitate and coordinate efforts between the United States and Israel to expand and enhance collaboration on the development and delivery of health care products and services.
To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce, the Council for Technology and Innovation of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, to carry out a program to facilitate and coordinate efforts between the United States and Israel to expand and enhance collaboration on the development and delivery of health care products and services.

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