SB405

Further providing for definitions.

Introduced·3/17/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB405 amends the definition of "drug" in the Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act.

Pennsylvania SB405 amends the Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act by updating the definition of "drug." The revised definition includes substances recognized in the United States Pharmacopeia or National Formulary, substances intended for disease diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention, substances affecting the structure or function of the human or animal body, food containing a vaccine, and components of these substances. The act takes effect immediately.

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Health & Human Services Committee
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History

Mar 17, 2025

Senate

Referred to Health & Human Services