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- H.R.5975
H.R.5975: Prescription Drug Comparative Effectiveness Act of 2006
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced July 28, 2006
- Latest Major Action Aug. 1, 2006
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
7 (4 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Prescription Drug Comparative Effectiveness Act of 2006 - Requires the Director of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) to conduct or support reviews of existing evidence and research to develop evidence regarding comparative clinical effectiveness, outcomes, and appropriateness of prescription drugs, medical devices, and procedures. Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop a coordinated plan for research...
(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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| July 28, 2006 |
Introduced in the House by Thomas H. Allen (D-Maine) |