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Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act

USA119th CongressHR-2715| House 
| Updated: 5/21/2026
Clay Higgins

Clay Higgins

Republican Representative

Louisiana

Cosponsors (18)
Barry Moore (Republican)Gregory F. Murphy (Republican)Mike Ezell (Republican)Troy A. Carter (Democratic)Donald G. Davis (Democratic)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Rosa L. DeLauro (Democratic)Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican)Nancy Mace (Republican)Kat Cammack (Republican)Troy E. Nehls (Republican)W. Gregory Steube (Republican)John H. Rutherford (Republican)Mike Haridopolos (Republican)Julia Letlow (Republican)Cleo Fields (Democratic)Randy K. Sr. Weber (Republican)Jennifer A. Kiggans (Republican)

Health Subcommittee, Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to significantly expand the authority of the Secretary of Health and Human Services regarding imported articles. It grants the Secretary the power to destroy any article refused admission if it is determined to present a significant public health concern , broadening the scope from only drugs and devices to include "other articles." Additionally, the legislation establishes that the unauthorized movement or introduction into interstate commerce of an article designated for destruction by the Secretary constitutes a prohibited act . These amendments are set to apply 180 days after the bill's enactment. The Secretary is also required to finalize implementing regulations within 90 days, ensuring they align with any applicable international agreements.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-8861
Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act
Apr 8, 2025
Introduced in House
Apr 8, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Nov 19, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-3213
Introduced in Senate
Apr 8, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
May 13, 2026
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
May 13, 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
May 21, 2026
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
May 21, 2026
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 0.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-8861
    Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act


  • April 8, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • April 8, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • November 19, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-3213
    Introduced in Senate


  • April 8, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.


  • May 13, 2026
    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • May 13, 2026
    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.


  • May 21, 2026
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • May 21, 2026
    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 0.

Health

Related Bills

  • S 119-3213: Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresConsumer affairsCustoms enforcementDepartment of Health and Human ServicesHealth promotion and preventive careProduct safety and qualityState and local government operations

Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act

USA119th CongressHR-2715| House 
| Updated: 5/21/2026
This bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to significantly expand the authority of the Secretary of Health and Human Services regarding imported articles. It grants the Secretary the power to destroy any article refused admission if it is determined to present a significant public health concern , broadening the scope from only drugs and devices to include "other articles." Additionally, the legislation establishes that the unauthorized movement or introduction into interstate commerce of an article designated for destruction by the Secretary constitutes a prohibited act . These amendments are set to apply 180 days after the bill's enactment. The Secretary is also required to finalize implementing regulations within 90 days, ensuring they align with any applicable international agreements.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-8861
Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act
Apr 8, 2025
Introduced in House
Apr 8, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Nov 19, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-3213
Introduced in Senate
Apr 8, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
May 13, 2026
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
May 13, 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
May 21, 2026
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
May 21, 2026
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 0.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-8861
    Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act


  • April 8, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • April 8, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • November 19, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-3213
    Introduced in Senate


  • April 8, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.


  • May 13, 2026
    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • May 13, 2026
    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.


  • May 21, 2026
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • May 21, 2026
    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 0.
Clay Higgins

Clay Higgins

Republican Representative

Louisiana

Cosponsors (18)
Barry Moore (Republican)Gregory F. Murphy (Republican)Mike Ezell (Republican)Troy A. Carter (Democratic)Donald G. Davis (Democratic)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Rosa L. DeLauro (Democratic)Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican)Nancy Mace (Republican)Kat Cammack (Republican)Troy E. Nehls (Republican)W. Gregory Steube (Republican)John H. Rutherford (Republican)Mike Haridopolos (Republican)Julia Letlow (Republican)Cleo Fields (Democratic)Randy K. Sr. Weber (Republican)Jennifer A. Kiggans (Republican)

Health Subcommittee, Energy and Commerce Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • S 119-3213: Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresConsumer affairsCustoms enforcementDepartment of Health and Human ServicesHealth promotion and preventive careProduct safety and qualityState and local government operations