Congress is working toward final legislation on Fiscal Year 2026 funding, including the Labor–HHS–Education (Labor-H) appropriations bill that determines funding levels for the National Institutes of Health (NIH). As negotiations continue, it is critical that Members of Congress champion a final bill that includes a $400 million increase for the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

NIH funding drives lifesaving research in every state, fuels innovation across the U.S. economy, and strengthens our ability to prevent and respond to health threats. Meaningful growth for NIH in FY26 is essential to keep this momentum going.

Contact your Members of Congress today and urge them to champion a final Labor-H bill that provides at least a $400 million increase for NIH!