S. 172 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to provide for the regulation of all contact lenses as medical devices, and for other purposes.
S. 172 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Jan 26, 2005, sponsored by Mike DeWine with 9 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 26, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 9
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 109-96
What it does
Deems all contact lenses to be medical devices under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. (Currently, some non-corrective, decorative contact lenses are regulated as cosmetics).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Mike DeWine (R-OH). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 5 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 26, 2005
- Passed the SenateJul 29, 2005
- Passed the HouseOct 26, 2005
- Sent to the PresidentOct 28, 2005
- Became lawNov 9, 2005
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-96. (Nov 9, 2005)
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Committees
- Energy and Commerce Committee
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
More
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