Health Industry Groups Press For Diagnostics Reform Bill
Executive Summary
Almost 50 stakeholder groups have signed onto a letter to US Congressional leadership that asks lawmakers to pass the VALID Act, which would update the country’s approach to diagnostic test regulation. Congress needs to pass a user fee package this month to ensure full FDA funding.
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