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- H.R.5539
H.R.5539: To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to exempt from manufacturer transparency reporting certain transfers used for educational purposes, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Sept. 18, 2014
- Latest Major Action Sept. 19, 2014
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
6 (4 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Amends title XI (General Provisions, Peer Review, Administrative Simplification) of the Social Security Act to exempt from manufacturer transparency reporting to the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) any transfer of value to a covered recipient of: (1) peer-reviewed journals, journal reprints, journal supplements, and medical textbooks that directly benefit patients or are intended for patient use; and (2) anything of value to a...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Sept. 19, 2014 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Sept. 18, 2014 |
Referred to House Ways and Means
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| Sept. 18, 2014 |
Referred to House Energy and Commerce
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| Sept. 18, 2014 |
Introduced in the House by Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas) |