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New Drug Testing Methods: Ending Mandatory Animal Testing.

This act changes drug testing rules, allowing manufacturers to use alternative methods instead of animal testing. This means new drugs could be brought to market faster and potentially safer, accelerating access to innovative therapies for citizens.
Key points
Drug manufacturers can now use non-animal tests, such as cell-based assays, organ chips, or computer models.
The act aims to speed up the drug approval process and reduce animal testing.
This could lead to faster access to new, effective medications for patients.
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Print number: 117_S_2952
Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
Process start date: 2021-10-07