H.R. 1245
Referred to CommitteeAffordable and Safe Prescription Drug Importation Act
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
3/3/2017 • House
Summary
Affordable and Safe Prescription Drug Importation Act
This bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to promulgate regulations within 180 days permitting wholesalers, pharmacies, and individuals to import certain prescription drugs from Canada. The FDA, within two years, may permit the importation of prescription drugs from other countries.
The bill establishes a process for certifying foreign sellers—a licensed foreign pharmacy or foreign wholesale distributor.
Introduced in House • 2/28/2017
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February 28, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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