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Faster Access to Medicines: Streamlining Drug De-scheduling Process.

This act aims to speed up the process of removing certain drugs from the controlled substances list if health authorities deem them safe and there are no other legal grounds for control. This could lead to quicker access to necessary medications for citizens, potentially impacting their health and treatment costs.
Key points
If the Secretary of Health and Human Services recommends de-scheduling a drug, the Attorney General must act within 180 days.
The goal is to improve access to safe medicines currently unnecessarily classified as controlled substances.
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Print number: 117_HR_8931
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]
Process start date: 2022-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Access to Safe Medicines Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8931.

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 2022-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • If the Secretary of Health and Human Services recommends de-scheduling a drug, the Attorney General must act within 180 days.
  • The goal is to improve access to safe medicines currently unnecessarily classified as controlled substances.
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. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

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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