'Cures' Bill Passes, As More Budget, Safety Debates Wait In The Wings
This article was originally published in The Gray Sheet
Executive Summary
The 21st Century Cures bill passed on a 344-77 vote, attracting significant bipartisan support in the House. It includes multiple provisions supported by the device industry, including a priority review pathway for breakthrough devices. Attention now moves to the Senate, which is working on its own bill that could face budget barriers and calls for more safety protections.