HR-5811 : Still Just a Bill

Long-Term Opioid Efficacy Act of 2018

This bill expands the authority of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to require post-approval studies or clinical trials with respect to controlled substances (e.g., opioids).

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2018-06-20IntroReferralReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.Senate
2018-06-19FloorMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.House floor actions
2018-06-19FloorOn motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5243)House floor actions
2018-06-19FloorDEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5811.House floor actions
2018-06-19FloorConsidered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5243-5244)House floor actions
2018-06-19FloorMr. Walden moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.House floor actions
2018-05-17CommitteeOrdered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.House committee actions
2018-05-17CommitteeCommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.House committee actions
2018-05-15IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.House floor actions
2018-05-15IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Health
See Subjects
  • Drug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulation
  • Drug trafficking and controlled substances
  • Licensing and registrations
  • Prescription drugs

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