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H.R.5037: Drug Company Gift Disclosure Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced June 27, 2002
- Latest Major Action July 16, 2002
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
19 (19 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat)
Bill Summary
Drug Company Gift Disclosure Act - Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require drug manufacturers, packers, and distributors to disclose to the Commissioner of Food and Drugs the value and purpose of gifts made to covered health entities in connection with marketing activities. Makes such information available to the public, but retains the confidentiality of trade secrets. Establishes civil penalties for violations.
(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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| June 27, 2002 |
Introduced in the House by Peter A. DeFazio (D-Ore.) |