S. 650 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Pediatric Research Equity Act of 2003
S. 650 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Mar 18, 2003, sponsored by Mike DeWine with 6 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 18, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 6
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 108-155
What it does
Pediatric Research Equity Act of 2003 - Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require license applications for new drugs and biological products to assess such drug's or product's safety and effectiveness for relevant pediatric subpopulations, including dosage.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Mike DeWine (R-OH). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 18, 2003
- Passed the SenateJul 23, 2003
- Passed the HouseNov 19, 2003
- Sent to the PresidentNov 21, 2003
- Became lawDec 3, 2003
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-155. (Dec 3, 2003)
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- S. 286: Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities Prevention Act of 2003
- H.R. 1367: National Veterinary Medical Service Act
- H.R. 3038: Health Care Safety Net Amendments Technical Corrections Act of 2003
- H.R. 1: Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act of 2003
Committees
- Energy and Commerce Committee
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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