laws

Drug Listing Act (1972)

Amends the Federal food, drug and cosmetic act, provides FDA with accurate list of all drugs manufactured

Orphan Drug Act (1983)

Encourages drug companies to develop drugs for rare diseases, provides research assistance grants and cost incentives

Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act (1970)

Formed the DEA, enforces laws concerning controlled substances and distribution

Health Insurance Portability Act and Accountability act (HIPAA)

Protects patient rights, establishes national standards for electronic healthcare communications

Food and Drug Administration (1862)

Investigates adulteration and misbranding of agricultural goods used for food and drugs

Harvey Wiley (1902)

Established scientific authority at FDA, focused on exposing potential hazards in products

Pure Food and Drug Acts (1906)

Stopped sale of inaccurately labeled drugs, required truthful information on labels

Harrison Narcotic Act (1906)

Implemented restrictions on importation, sale, and distribution of opium and derivative products

Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (1938)

Required labeling of addictive substances, proved drug safety before marketing

Durham-Humphrey Amendment (1951)

Made distinction between legend drugs and OTC medications

Kefauver-Harris Drug Amendment (1962)

Ensured safety and effectiveness of new medications, FDA approval before marketing

Poison Prevention Packaging Act (1970)

Required childproof packaging for medications to prevent childhood deaths

Drug Supply Chain Security Act

Prevents unfair packaging, provides FDA with accurate drug lists

Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA 87’)

Set requirements for facilities participating in Medicare and Medicaid programs

MEDICAID

Federal and state insurance program covering health care costs for low-income individuals

MEDICARE

Federal insurance program covering health care costs for elderly and disabled individuals

Anabolic Steroids Acts (1990)

Classified anabolic steroids as Class 3 controlled substances

Drug Addictions Treatment Acts (Data 2000) (2000)

Permits physicians to prescribe controlled substances for opioid addiction treatment

Medicare Modernization Act (2003)

Provides drug discount cards to beneficiaries with low incomes

Combat Methamphetamine Act (2005)

Regulates pseudoephedrine sales to combat meth production

Patient Protections and Affordable Care (Obamacare) (2010)

Makes preventative care more accessible and affordable