Protecting Americans from Dangerous Opioids Act

Senate Bill 606 - Protecting Americans from Dangerous Opioids Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2024-02-16T21:08:00Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 606 Protecting Americans from Dangerous Opioids Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/16/2024, 9:08 PM

Congressional Summary of S 606

Protecting Americans from Dangerous Opioids Act

This bill requires the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to revoke approval for an opioid drug for every new opioid drug approved. (Opioids are drugs with effects similar to opium, such as certain pain medications.) In determining the drug for which to revoke approval, the FDA must prioritize revoking approval for drugs that are not abuse deterrent and consider the public health impact of drugs on the market.

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Current Status of Bill S 606

Bill S 606 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 1, 2023. Bill S 606 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 1, 2023. Bill S 606's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of March 1, 2023