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Murray Statement on House Passage of 21st Century Cures Act


(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee Ranking Member Patty Murray (D-WA), released the following statement on the House of Representatives passing the 21st Century Cures Act.

“I’m pleased that the House has taken a bipartisan step forward by passing the 21st Century Cures Act as work continues in the Senate on efforts to advance biomedical innovation for patients and families. I believe strongly that our federal laws and resources should support our nation’s tradition of leadership in the life sciences, while upholding the highest standards of patient and consumer safety. I look forward to continuing work with Chairman Alexander, Chairman Upton, Ranking Member Pallone, and all of our colleagues on bipartisan policies to advance biomedical innovation for the families and communities we serve.”