H.R. 987, 116th Congress
Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act
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May 20, 2019Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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As of May 16, 2019Passed House
Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act
This bill addresses prescription drugs and the health insurance market, including (1) revising processes related to federal approval of generic drugs; (2) providing funding for states to establish health insurances exchanges; (3) nullifying an agency rule related to short-term, limited duration coverage; and (4) expanding outreach activities.
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Roll-call votes
5 on record| Date | Chamber | Question | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2019 | House | On Passage | Passed (234–183) |
| May 16, 2019 | House | On Motion to Recommit with Instructions | Failed (188–228) |
| May 16, 2019 | House | On Agreeing to the Amendment | Agreed to (232–185) |
| May 16, 2019 | House | On Agreeing to the Amendment | Agreed to (243–174) |
| May 16, 2019 | House | On Agreeing to the Amendment | Failed (189–230) |
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