HR-2565 : Still Just a Bill


FDA Modernization Act of 2021

This bill allows an applicant for market approval for a new drug to use methods other than animal testing to establish the drug's safety and effectiveness. Under this bill, these alternative methods may include cell-based assays, organ chips and microphysiological systems, sophisticated computer modeling, and other human biology-based test methods.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-04-16CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Health.House committee actions
2021-04-15IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.House floor actions
2021-04-15IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Vern Buchanan [R] (FL-16)
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Policy Area :

Health
Related Subjects
  • Animal protection and human-animal relationships
  • Cell biology and embryology
  • Computers and information technology
  • Drug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulation
  • Medical research
  • Medical tests and diagnostic methods
  • Research and development
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