To amend subsection (q) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to clarify the process for denying certain petitions whose primary purpose is to delay the approval of an application submitted under subsection (b)(2) or (j) of such section 505, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HR 8908

This bill, H.R. 8908 of the 119th Congress, aims to amend subsection (q) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to provide clarity on the process for denying petitions whose main intent is to delay the approval of applications under subsection (b)(2) or (j) of that section. The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to these petition denials.

Current Status of Bill HR 8908

Bill HR 8908 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 19, 2026. Bill HR 8908 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 19, 2026. Bill HR 8908's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of May 19, 2026

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To amend subsection (q) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to clarify the process for denying certain petitions whose primary purpose is to delay the approval of an application submitted under subsection (b)(2) or (j) of such section 505, and for other purposes.