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Medical Supply Chain Security Act
2/8/2022, 11:17 PM
Congressional Summary of HR 6049
Medical Supply Chain Security Act
This bill requires manufacturers of essential medical devices (i.e., those that are life supporting, life-sustaining, or intended for use for a debilitating disease or condition) to notify the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) if the device is discontinued or if there is any meaningful disruption to the device's manufacturing. The bill also authorizes the FDA to expedite review of such a device to mitigate or prevent a shortage.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6049
Bill HR 6049 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 2, 2020. Bill HR 6049 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on March 2, 2020. Bill HR 6049's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 2, 2020
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6049
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
5Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6049
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional oversight
- Drug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulation
- Health information and medical records
- Health technology, devices, supplies
- Manufacturing
- Prescription drugs
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6049
Medical Supply Chain Security Act
To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to provide enhanced security for the medical supply chain.
Medical Supply Chain Security Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6049
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