This bill expands existing requirements relating to supply shortages of life-saving drugs to also apply to life-saving medical devices.
Generally, a manufacturer must (1) notify the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of supply interruptions in certain circumstances, (2) provide for the expedited review of a new device that may mitigate the shortage, and (3) allow the FDA to authorize the importation of the device for emergency medical care.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1476)
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