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Protecting Drug Intellectual Property: Prohibiting Patent Waiver Support

This act aims to protect American medical innovations, especially in the context of the pandemic. It prohibits the use of public funds to support proposals for waiving intellectual property rights for COVID-19 drugs and vaccines at the World Trade Organization. This is intended to ensure that companies continue to invest in developing new therapies, which may affect the availability and cost of future medications.
Key points
Prohibits supporting the waiver of patent rights for COVID-19 drugs and vaccines in international forums.
Aims to protect innovation in the U.S. pharmaceutical industry and encourage further research.
May impact global access to drugs and vaccines by maintaining the current patent protection system.
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Print number: 117_S_1683
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Process start date: 2021-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preventing Foreign Attempts To Erode Healthcare Innovation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1683.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits supporting the waiver of patent rights for COVID-19 drugs and vaccines in international forums.
  • Aims to protect innovation in the U.S. pharmaceutical industry and encourage further research.
  • May impact global access to drugs and vaccines by maintaining the current patent protection system.
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 Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Health Economy