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H.R.447: Affordable and Safe Prescription Drug Importation Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Jan. 10, 2019
- Latest Major Action Jan. 25, 2019
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
26 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Jan. 10, 2019
Bill Summary
Affordable and Safe Prescription Drug Importation Act This bill addresses the importation of drugs from Canada and other foreign countries. The bill requires the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to promulgate regulations within 180 days permitting wholesalers, pharmacies, and individuals to import certain prescription drugs from Canada. After two years, The FDA, may permit the importation of prescription drugs from other countries. The bill...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Jan. 31, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Jan. 25, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Jan. 10, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| Jan. 10, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Elijah E. Cummings (D-Md.) |