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S.1462: Simplifying the Generic Drug Application Process Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced April 29, 2021
- Latest Major Action April 29, 2021
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- Introduced in Senate - April 29, 2021
Bill Summary
Simplifying the Generic Drug Application Process Act This bill removes a requirement for a generic drug maker to, in some instances, petition the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) before seeking market approval for a generic drug. Currently, if an applicant wishes to submit an abbreviated application (i.e., the type of application typically used to get market approval for a generic drug) for a drug that has a different dosage form or strength...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| April 29, 2021 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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| April 29, 2021 |
Introduced in the Senate by Bill Cassidy (R-La.) |