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S.771: Improving Access To Affordable Prescription Drugs Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 115th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced March 29, 2017
- Latest Major Action March 29, 2017
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
15 (14 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - March 29, 2017
Bill Summary
This bill amends provisions of various laws relating to prescription-drug pricing and affordability. Specifically, the bill: expands reporting requirements for drug manufacturers and establishes corresponding civil penalties for noncompliance; adds reporting requirements for certain nonprofit patient-assistance programs; requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to report to Congress on the impact of patient-assistance programs on...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 29, 2017 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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| March 29, 2017 |
Introduced in the Senate by Al Franken (D-Minn.) |