November 25, 2024

Americans for Medical Progress (AMP) drafted and submitted a sign-on letter to the House and Senate Appropriations Committees urging robust support for biomedical animal research. The letter was submitted during a crucial time in the Congressional session, as funding negotiations for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 are being finalized amid a Continuing Resolution (CR) set to end on December 20.

Joined by 26 other organizations, the letter underscores the vital role of animal research in developing treatments for humans and animals, empowering the U.S. to lead the way in global science and medicine. To further advance this important goal and address the ongoing challenges confronting the biomedical research community, the letter outlines three recommendations for House and Senate Appropriators:

1. Affirm and invest in necessary animal research to maintain biomedical progress, including the development of New Approach Methods (NAMs);
2. Emphasize high-quality science rather than funding restrictions and arbitrary deadlines;
3. Provide dedicated funding to support and expand the scientific workforce and animal research infrastructure.

To view a copy of the letter, click here.