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- H.R.1231
H.R.1231: RACE for Children Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 115th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Feb. 27, 2017
- Latest Major Action March 3, 2017
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
28 (18 Democrats, 10 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Feb. 27, 2017
Bill Summary
Research to Accelerate Cures and Equity for Children Act or the RACE for Children Act This bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to expand Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements for sponsors of certain drugs and biological products for adult cancer to assess the use of their medications in pediatric populations. (Currently, applications for FDA approval of new medications or new uses of medications must include...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 3, 2017 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Feb. 27, 2017 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| Feb. 27, 2017 |
Introduced in the House by Michael McCaul (R-Texas) |