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Enhanced Medical Device Safety: New Rules for Manufacturers

New regulations aim to improve the safety of medical devices used in hospitals and clinics. Manufacturers will be required to report design changes, reprocessing instructions, and significant communications to foreign healthcare providers. The act also introduces rapid assessment tests for reusable device cleanliness, protecting patients from infections.
Key points
Medical device manufacturers must report design and reprocessing instruction changes to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Manufacturers are now required to report significant communications about devices to foreign healthcare providers to the FDA.
The act includes rapid assessment tests to ensure proper cleaning of reusable medical devices, aiming to prevent the spread of diseases.
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Print number: 117_HR_887
Sponsor: Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33]
Process start date: 2021-02-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

DEVICE Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_887.

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 2021-02-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Medical device manufacturers must report design and reprocessing instruction changes to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
  • Manufacturers are now required to report significant communications about devices to foreign healthcare providers to the FDA.
  • The act includes rapid assessment tests to ensure proper cleaning of reusable medical devices, aiming to prevent the spread of diseases.
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. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33].

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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Health