OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Medical Device Recall Improvement Act of 2025
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6594.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Manufacturers must use a new, electronic notification format that includes specific risk information and recommended actions for patients.
- Mandatory direct notification to patients regarding the recall of critical medical devices (e.g., implants or life-support equipment).
- Creation of a publicly accessible, downloadable electronic database containing all information about recalled devices.
What is the specific legal status?
The current status is Introduced.
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 Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.