This bill requires the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to publish and periodically update a list of medical devices that are critical during a public health emergency and for which manufacturers must notify the FDA about shortages. The bill also requires manufacturers to develop risk management plans with respect to the supply chain for such devices.
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A bill to strengthen medical device supply chains.
USA117th CongressS-3834| Senate
| Updated: 3/14/2022
This bill requires the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to publish and periodically update a list of medical devices that are critical during a public health emergency and for which manufacturers must notify the FDA about shortages. The bill also requires manufacturers to develop risk management plans with respect to the supply chain for such devices.
Congressional oversightDrug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulationEmergency medical services and trauma careGovernment information and archivesHealth technology, devices, suppliesManufacturingSurgery and anesthesia