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Drug Safety: Ending Counterfeits, Ensuring Authenticity and Origin.

This act aims to protect citizens from counterfeit drugs, including vaccines. It ensures that every drug has verified origin, content, and manufacturing location, increasing safety and trust in purchased products. Patients will be able to verify drug authenticity, which is especially crucial for COVID-19 medications.
Key points
Improved protection against counterfeit drugs in the market.
Ability for patients to verify drug authenticity.
Greater certainty regarding the content and origin of purchased drugs, including vaccines.
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Print number: 117_HR_1186
Sponsor: Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]
Process start date: 2021-02-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supply Chain Security and Pharmaceutical Authentication Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1186.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Improved protection against counterfeit drugs in the market.
  • Ability for patients to verify drug authenticity.
  • Greater certainty regarding the content and origin of purchased drugs, including vaccines.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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Health