WASHINGTON, DC - Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-MI) and Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), sponsors of the 21st Century Cures Act, issued the following statement following the Senate’s cloture vote this evening, clearing the way for a swift vote on passage.
“With today’s resounding vote, we’re excited the decks have been cleared for 21st Century Cures," said Upton and DeGette. “This effort represents the very best of Congress, coming together and working toward a greater cause, a cause for hope. We were particularly delighted to share in the moment with Vice President Biden, NIH’s Dr. Collins, and Ellen Sigal. This is a big deal. After three years on the #Path2Cures, there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, and it’s called the White House. We can say with certainty - #CuresNow, it’s going to happen."
Learn about the 21st Century Cures Act HERE.