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H.R.3047: Best Pharmaceuticals for Children Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced Oct. 4, 2001
- Latest Major Action Oct. 15, 2001
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
7 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Best Pharmaceuticals for Children Act - Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a pediatric drug studies program. Directs the Secretary to establish and maintain a list of drugs for which: (1) there is an approved market application and no patent or market exclusivity protection; and (2) additional pediatric safety and effectiveness studies are needed. Authorizes the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Oct. 4, 2001 |
Introduced in the House by Henry A. Waxman (D-Calif.) |