ALERT Communities Act
Rep. Crockett and Rep. Gooden Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Use of Fentanyl Test Strips
The ALERT Communities Act is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. It recently moved forward from a subcommittee and is now waiting for the full committee to consider it. The bill is actively moving through the early stages of the legislative process.
Legislative Progress
The bill has support from both parties, which is a good sign for its future. However, it still needs to pass through committees and both the House and Senate before it can become law.
Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Life & Work
Manufacturers of rapid diagnostic test strips would benefit from clear federal standards and guidance for developing and marketing their products. The bill creates a pathway that could help small diagnostic companies bring new test strip technology to market more easily.
“include standards and guidance for manufacturers seeking to develop and test new test strip technology”
Disabilities
Milestones
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
ALERT Communities Act
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