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Modern Authentication of Pharmaceuticals Act of 2022
1/2/2024, 8:45 PM
Summary of Bill HR 7653
Bill 117 HR 7653, also known as the Modern Authentication of Pharmaceuticals Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to enhance the security and authenticity of pharmaceutical products in order to protect consumers from counterfeit or substandard medications.
The bill proposes the implementation of modern authentication technologies, such as track-and-trace systems and unique identifiers, to ensure that pharmaceutical products can be easily verified and traced throughout the supply chain. This would help to prevent the distribution of counterfeit drugs and improve the overall safety and effectiveness of medications.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased oversight and regulation of pharmaceutical manufacturers, distributors, and other entities involved in the production and distribution of medications. This would help to ensure that all parties involved in the pharmaceutical supply chain are held accountable for the quality and authenticity of the products they produce and distribute. Overall, the Modern Authentication of Pharmaceuticals Act of 2022 aims to strengthen the security and integrity of the pharmaceutical supply chain in order to protect consumers and improve public health outcomes. It is currently being reviewed by Congress and may be subject to amendments or revisions before being passed into law.
The bill proposes the implementation of modern authentication technologies, such as track-and-trace systems and unique identifiers, to ensure that pharmaceutical products can be easily verified and traced throughout the supply chain. This would help to prevent the distribution of counterfeit drugs and improve the overall safety and effectiveness of medications.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased oversight and regulation of pharmaceutical manufacturers, distributors, and other entities involved in the production and distribution of medications. This would help to ensure that all parties involved in the pharmaceutical supply chain are held accountable for the quality and authenticity of the products they produce and distribute. Overall, the Modern Authentication of Pharmaceuticals Act of 2022 aims to strengthen the security and integrity of the pharmaceutical supply chain in order to protect consumers and improve public health outcomes. It is currently being reviewed by Congress and may be subject to amendments or revisions before being passed into law.
Congressional Summary of HR 7653
Modern Authentication of Pharmaceuticals Act of 2022
This bill requires each dose of a pharmaceutical product that is a controlled substance and that is taken orally in solid form (i.e., pills) to include a physical chemical identifier. The bill applies to products manufactured on or after January 1, 2026.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7653
Bill HR 7653 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 3, 2022. Bill HR 7653 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 3, 2022. Bill HR 7653's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of May 3, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7653
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7653
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Drug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulation
- Drug trafficking and controlled substances
- Prescription drugs
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7653
Modern Authentication of Pharmaceuticals Act of 2022
Modern Authentication of Pharmaceuticals Act of 2022
To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to modernize the methods of authenticating controlled substances in the pharmaceutical distribution supply chain, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7653
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