Prescription Freedom Act of 2025
The Prescription Freedom Act of 2025 repeals a federal requirement that certain drugs need a prescription, shifting authority to state laws instead. It directly affects patients and healthcare providers who obtain or dispense non-pregnancy-related prescription drugs, as states - not the federal government - would now set rules for these medications. The bill replaces all federal references to "prescription" requirements with corresponding state laws, effective six months after enactment. An exception preserves federal authority for drugs used in pregnancy termination, as specified in the bill's provisions.
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Introduced Jan 3, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Jan 3, 2025
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Andy Biggs
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