TDS Research Act of 2025

House Bill

H.R. 3432

119th Congress

TDS Research Act of 2025

In Committee

Introduced:May 15, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Doris O. Matsui

Representative

Democratic

CA-7

Cosponsors

43

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Health

Summary

This bill directs federal research into Tarlov Disease Syndrome (TDS), a painful condition caused by fluid-filled cysts on spinal nerve roots. The legislation would fund studies to better understand TDS causes, improve diagnostic methods, and develop more effective treatments for the thousands of Americans suffering from this debilitating neurological condition.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

SponsorDoris O. Matsui (D-CA)

Introduced5/15/2025

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

ChamberHouse

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TDS Research Act of 2025

This bill directs federal research into Tarlov Disease Syndrome (TDS), a painful condition caused by fluid-filled cysts on spinal nerve roots. The legislation would fund studies to better understand TDS causes, improve diagnostic methods, and develop more effe

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This bill directs federal research into Tarlov Disease Syndrome (TDS), a painful condition caused by fluid-filled cysts on spinal nerve roots. The legislation would fund studies to better understand TDS causes, improve diagnostic methods, and develop more effective treatments for the thousands of Americans suffering from this debilitating neurological condition.

Bill Number: 3432
Sponsor: Doris O. Matsui (D-CA)
Introduced: 5/15/2025
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Policy Area: Health

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Title: TDS Research Act of 2025
Bill Number: 3432
Sponsor: Doris O. Matsui (D-CA)
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced: 5/15/2025
Summary: This bill directs federal research into Tarlov Disease Syndrome (TDS), a painful condition caused by fluid-filled cysts on spinal nerve roots. The legislation would fund studies to better understand TDS causes, improve diagnostic methods, and develop more effective treatments for the thousands of Am

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill directs federal research into Tarlov Disease Syndrome (TDS), a painful condition caused by fluid-filled cysts on spinal nerve roots. The legislation would fund studies to better understand TDS causes, improve diagnostic methods, and develop more effective treatments for the thousands of Americans suffering from this debilitating neurological condition.

Last updated: 1/4/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Telemental Health Care Access Act of 2023 This bill eliminates certain restrictions relating to Medicare coverage of mental health services that are provided through telehealth. Current law allows for coverage of such services regardless of the geographic location of the originating site (i.e., the location of the beneficiary), as long as the beneficiary previously received in-person services and continues to receive in-person services at specified intervals (effective January 1, 2025). The bill eliminates these in-person requirements.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Establishes federal research program for Tarlov Disease Syndrome
Funds studies on TDS causes and diagnostic methods
Supports development of improved treatment options
Increases awareness of this underdiagnosed condition
Provides resources for TDS patient care research

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

For TDS patients: Hope for better diagnosis and treatment through dedicated research funding. For medical researchers: New funding opportunities to study this condition. For healthcare providers: Better information to diagnose and treat TDS patients. For healthcare system: Potential for more effective treatments reducing long-term care costs.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Health

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Health technology, devices, supplies

Internet, web applications, social media

Medicare

Mental health

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

3432, 119th Congress (2025). "TDS Research Act of 2025". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-3432

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