The Economic Impact of Proposed Cuts to the NIH Budget

The White House’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget proposal includes a $5.787 billion cut to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) — a 12.3% reduction. While the long-term consequences for health and quality of life are uncertain, the immediate economic impact is clear.

Based on UMR’s FY2025 analysis, this fact sheet outlines the potential impact of a 12.3% cut on the jobs and economic activity supported by NIH research funding.