Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR979

Introduced
1/29/24  
Refer
1/29/24  

Caption

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public health authorities and tobacco control advocates should encourage American innovation and embrace harm reduction as part of the comprehensive United States approach to tobacco control.

Impact

The bill aims to reform the FDA's current interpretation of its regulatory authority concerning tobacco products. By encouraging the authorization of scientifically backed reduced-harm alternatives, HR979 emphasizes the importance of creating a comprehensive strategy that addresses smoking-related health issues. This could lead to significant changes in existing state laws that govern tobacco use and regulation, particularly by presenting a clear expectation that innovative products should be evaluated and supported by the FDA for public health benefits.

Summary

HR979 expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that public health authorities and tobacco control advocates should promote American innovation and incorporate harm reduction strategies in the comprehensive approach to tobacco control in the United States. The resolution highlights the need for a better regulatory process by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that embraces science and focuses on reduced harm alternatives for adult smokers who are unable to quit completely.

Contention

Some notable points of contention surrounding HR979 involve the potential implications for public health policy, especially in terms of youth smoking prevention and the approval process for new tobacco products. Critics may argue that prioritizing the development of reduced-harm products could inadvertently normalize tobacco use among young people. Additionally, there are concerns about the effectiveness of harm reduction strategies in genuinely reducing smoking rates and achieving better health outcomes, raising debates about how best to balance innovation with responsibility in the realm of tobacco control.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

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US HR339

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US HR1395

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Similar Bills

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