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A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to approval of abbreviated new drug applications.

8/1/2024, 5:51 PM

Summary of Bill S 4878

Bill 118 s 4878, also known as the "A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to approval of abbreviated new drug applications," aims to make changes to the process of approving generic drugs in the United States.

The bill proposes amendments to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, specifically focusing on the approval of abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs). ANDAs are applications submitted by pharmaceutical companies seeking approval to market generic versions of existing brand-name drugs.

The main goal of the bill is to streamline and expedite the approval process for generic drugs, ultimately increasing competition in the pharmaceutical market and potentially lowering drug prices for consumers. The specifics of the proposed amendments are not detailed in the summary, but it is clear that the bill seeks to make significant changes to the current regulatory framework governing generic drug approval. Overall, Bill 118 s 4878 represents an effort to improve access to affordable medications for Americans by making it easier for generic drugs to come to market.

Current Status of Bill S 4878

Bill S 4878 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 31, 2024. Bill S 4878 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 31, 2024.  Bill S 4878's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5684-5685) as of July 31, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4878

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4878

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4878

A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to approval of abbreviated new drug applications.
A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to approval of abbreviated new drug applications.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4878

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