Quest For Political Capital, Legacy Could Push 'Cures' Over The Finish Line
Executive Summary
When Congress returns to work after the summer recess, the House and Senate medical innovation packages may gain momentum as legislators seek a “feather in the cap” for reelection campaigns, and House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Fred Upton and Vice President Joe Biden look to cement legacies, say legislative analysts. Also, a Zika virus funding rider is expected be attached to a continuing resolution.
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