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H.R. 7640

Referred to Committee

To amend the Orphan Drug Act to reauthorize a program of grants and contracts for the development of drugs for rare diseases and conditions (commonly referred to as "orphan drugs").

Introduced 5/3/2022•117th Congress•House

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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

5/3/2022 • House

Summary

This bill reauthorizes through FY2027 the Food and Drug Administration's Orphan Products Grants Program, which supports clinical research and product development for rare diseases and conditions.

Introduced in House • 5/3/2022

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Topics & Subjects

Policy Area: Health

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Party Breakdown

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Sponsor

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Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12]

Republican • FL-12

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Bill Journey

Originated in the House

Introduced

May 3, 2022

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Introduced in House5/3/2022

Details

Bill TypeHR
Current StatusReferred to Committee
Cosponsors1