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Drug Company Gift Disclosure Act

Introduced: April 29, 2003 Introduced by: Schumer, Charles E. Democratic · New York See on congress.gov
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Apr 29, 2003
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5494-5495)
Apr 29, 2003
Introduced in Senate
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service
Drug Company Gift Disclosure Act - Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require drug manufacturers, packers, and distributors to disclose to the Commissioner of Food and Drugs the value, nature, and purpose of: (1) gifts made to covered health entities in connection with marketing activities; and (2) cash rebates, discounts, or any other financial consideration to any pharmaceutical benefit manager in connection with marketing activities. Makes such information available to the public, but retains the confidentiality of trade secrets. Establishes civil penalties for violations.
What's happening now April 29, 2003

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5494-5495)

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