US Congress 'May' Finish Diagnostic Regulatory Reforms By End Of 2017, Rep. Burgess Says
Executive Summary
Congress may complete work they started in March on the 'Diagnostic Accuracy and Innovation Act' by the end of this legislative year, Rep. Michael Burgess, R-Texas, said. But if not, almost certainly it will be addressed by the end of 2018, before the 115th Congress adjourns.
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