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Access to Experimental Drugs: Expanding Right to Try

This act aims to broaden access to experimental drugs for patients with serious illnesses. It allows the use of substances that have completed initial safety trials, even if they are controlled substances. This provides patients with a potential treatment option when other avenues have been exhausted.
Key points
Expands patients' right to try experimental drugs, including certain controlled substances.
Grants access to drugs that have completed Phase I clinical trials and show promising results.
Offers hope to seriously ill patients for access to innovative therapies not yet fully approved.
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Print number: 117_S_4575
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2022-07-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Right to Try Clarification Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4575.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expands patients' right to try experimental drugs, including certain controlled substances.
  • Grants access to drugs that have completed Phase I clinical trials and show promising results.
  • Offers hope to seriously ill patients for access to innovative therapies not yet fully approved.
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. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

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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