No, this doesn't codify our policy. It takes out from our authority the ability to assure the safety and effectiveness of devices that we currently regulate, including some high-risk devices.
Frank Pallone: “No, this doesn't codify our policy. It takes out from our authority the ability to assure the safety and effectiveness…”
On the recordNovember 18, 2013
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Pallone clarifies that the bill does not align with FDA's existing policies.
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