OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
End Taxpayer Subsidies for Drug Ads Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_141.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2021-01-28.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Pharmaceutical companies will no longer be able to deduct direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising expenses from their taxes.
- This applies to ads in newspapers, radio, television, internet, and social media.
- The goal is to end taxpayer funding of drug advertisements.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
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