On behalf of its members, Heart Rhythm Advocates (HRA) is preparing a formal response to the NIH that emphasizes the importance of aligning research priorities with the real-world burden of disease, particularly in areas where outcomes remain poor despite available tools and scientific advances.

February 27, 2025 -- The Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) and Heart Rhythm Advocates (HRA) have submitted a formal request to congressional appropriators urging $50 million in FY 2027 Labor-HHS funding to implement the HEARTS Act and calling for continued strong, sustained federal investment in NIH-supported cardiovascular research.   Appropriations requests are how national priorities are translated into funding decisions. Even in years when the legislative calendar is compressed,