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Faster Generic Drug Approval: New Rules for Therapeutic Equivalence.

This act aims to speed up the approval process for generic drugs, potentially leading to quicker access to more affordable alternatives for many medications. This could result in lower treatment costs and a wider selection of available drugs for citizens.
Key points
Officials must decide faster if a generic drug is as effective as the original.
When a new generic drug is approved, officials must simultaneously evaluate similar drugs with pending applications.
The goal is to increase the availability of more affordable generic drugs on the market.
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Print number: 117_HR_7377
Sponsor: Rep. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3]
Process start date: 2022-04-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Modernizing Therapeutic Equivalence Rating Determination Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7377.

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 2022-04-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Officials must decide faster if a generic drug is as effective as the original.
  • When a new generic drug is approved, officials must simultaneously evaluate similar drugs with pending applications.
  • The goal is to increase the availability of more affordable generic drugs on the market.
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. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3].

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 2025-12-28.

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