Affordable and Safe Prescription Drug Importation Act of 2024
This bill would allow Americans to safely import prescription drugs from Canada, the UK, EU, and Switzerland under specific safety and quality standards. It creates a certification process for foreign pharmacies and distributors, requires imported drugs to match FDA-approved versions in active ingredients and strength, and mandates safety testing through approved laboratories. The law permits individuals to import up to a 90-day supply of qualifying drugs with a valid prescription, while requiring importers to report drug prices and manufacturing details to the FDA. It also prevents drug manufacturers from charging higher prices to foreign sellers who import drugs into the U.S.
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Jun 2024
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Introduced Jun 26, 2024
Last action Jun 26, 2024
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Jun 26, 2024
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Jun 26, 2024
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1 primary · 8 co-sponsors
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