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Good Science Digest

Find out what Physicians Committee scientists have to say about the latest obstacles and advances in replacing animal use with human-relevant methods in research, testing, and education.

  1. Good Science Digest

  2. Nov 24, 2025
Annual Funding Bill Passes With Language Supporting Nonanimal Approaches

The Fiscal Year 2026 Continuing Appropriations Act became law on Nov. 12. In addition to reopening the federal government and modernizing the FDA’s evaluation process for over-the-counter drug ingredients through nonanimal approaches, the legislation approved full-year funding levels and directives for multiple government agencies, including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA). Several provisions directing these agencies to adopt ethical, human-specific methods were included after many months of advocacy by the Physicians Committee.