H.R. 254 · 117th Congress
Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder Consortium Act
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Barbara Lee
- Introduced
- 2021-01-11
- Latest action
- 2021-02-02 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Summary
Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder Consortium Act
This bill requires the National Institutes of Health to establish a national consortium to coordinate and support research on neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder, including by awarding grants. This is a neurological disease that can cause blindness, paralysis, and premature death.