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H.R.4011: Mercury in Dental Fillings Disclosure and Prohibition Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about environmental protection
- Introduced Oct. 6, 2005
- Latest Major Action Oct. 27, 2005
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
20 (19 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Mercury in Dental Fillings Disclosure and Prohibition Act - Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to deem adulterated (hence prohibited), effective January 1, 2009, any amalgam containing mercury intended for use in a dental filling. Provides for a transition period, during which such a device may be manufactured and sold if it bears a specified warning label, until this Act becomes effective.
(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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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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| Oct. 6, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by Diane Watson (D-Calif.) |