To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to provide for the prompt approval of drugs when safety information is added to labeling, and for other purposes.

2/1/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Bill 119 HR 843, also known as the "Prompt Approval of Drugs Act," aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act in order to streamline the approval process for drugs when safety information needs to be added to their labeling. The bill seeks to expedite the approval of drugs by allowing for quicker updates to labeling requirements, ensuring that important safety information is promptly communicated to healthcare providers and patients.

The main goal of this legislation is to improve patient safety by ensuring that drugs with new safety information can be approved and made available to the public in a timely manner. By allowing for faster updates to labeling requirements, the bill aims to prevent delays in the approval process that could potentially put patients at risk.

In addition to addressing safety concerns, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to drug approval and labeling. These provisions are aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the drug approval process, while also ensuring that drugs are safe and effective for use by patients. Overall, Bill 119 HR 843 seeks to enhance the drug approval process by providing for the prompt approval of drugs when safety information needs to be added to labeling. By streamlining the approval process and ensuring that important safety information is communicated quickly, the bill aims to improve patient safety and ensure that drugs are safe and effective for use.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 843

Introduced on
2025-01-31

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Bill 119 HR 843, also known as the "Prompt Approval of Drugs Act," aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act in order to streamline the approval process for drugs when safety information needs to be added to their labeling. The bill seeks to expedite the approval of drugs by allowing for quicker updates to labeling requirements, ensuring that important safety information is promptly communicated to healthcare providers and patients.

The main goal of this legislation is to improve patient safety by ensuring that drugs with new safety information can be approved and made available to the public in a timely manner. By allowing for faster updates to labeling requirements, the bill aims to prevent delays in the approval process that could potentially put patients at risk.

In addition to addressing safety concerns, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to drug approval and labeling. These provisions are aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the drug approval process, while also ensuring that drugs are safe and effective for use by patients. Overall, Bill 119 HR 843 seeks to enhance the drug approval process by providing for the prompt approval of drugs when safety information needs to be added to labeling. By streamlining the approval process and ensuring that important safety information is communicated quickly, the bill aims to improve patient safety and ensure that drugs are safe and effective for use.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to provide for the prompt approval of drugs when safety information is added to labeling, and for other purposes.

Comments

APPROVED
NB
Neo Bowden
@borlotti_bean_ras_el_hanout_sumac32249
I don't like this bill, it's gonna mess things up for me and others. It's just not right, ya know? Who's gonna be affected by this mess? #confused

APPROVED
LP
Lilly Parrish
@houttuynia_cordata_star_fruit_strathisala90054
I'm so glad this bill is passing, it's about time they start prioritizing safety when it comes to drugs. It's gonna make a big difference for all of us. #HRBill843 #safetyfirst

Recent Activity

Latest Action1/31/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.