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H.R.4241: Act to Ban Zohydro
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced March 13, 2014
- Latest Major Action March 14, 2014
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
18 (14 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Act to Ban Zohydro - Ends the sale and distribution of pure hydrocodone bitartrate extended-release capsules (marketed as Zohydro ER) within 45 days by withdrawing approval for its new drug application. Prohibits the Commissioner of Food and Drugs (FDA) from approving any new drug application for the capsules unless they are formulated to prevent abuse.
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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March 14, 2014 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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March 13, 2014 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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March 13, 2014 |
Introduced in the House by Stephen F. Lynch (D-Mass.) |