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119th Congress
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HOUSEH.R. 4184· 119th Congress

Tax Break for Clinical Trial Participants

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain compensation to clinical trial participants, and for other purposes.

Sponsor
Mike Kelly (R-PA)
Introduced
Jun 26, 2025
Last Action
Jun 26, 2025
Passage
12%
Introduced
Jun 26, 2025
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Excludes compensation paid to clinical trial participants from taxable income.
  • Amends the Internal Revenue Code to treat trial payments differently than regular wages.
  • Scope and dollar limits unknown — detailed summary not yet published.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Clinical trial volunteers would keep more of their compensation without paying federal income tax on it.
  • Could increase trial participation by reducing out-of-pocket tax burden on participants.
  • Reduces federal tax revenue, though amount depends on participation levels and payment sizes.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Bill introduced June 26, 2025 and sent to House Ways and Means Committee — no votes scheduled yet.
  • Committee must review and vote before it moves to full House floor.
  • Contact your representative to express support or opposition as it moves through committee.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Jun 26, 2025Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
  • Jun 26, 2025Introduced in House
  • Jun 26, 2025Introduced in House