H.R. 2715: Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act (119th Congress) Bill Summary

The bill titled "Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act" seeks to make amendments to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act concerning the handling of certain imported items that pose a significant public health concern.

Key Provisions

Expansion of Destruction Authority: The bill widens the authority of the Secretary of Health and Human Services to destroy imported articles that have been refused admission because they pose a notable public health risk. Previously, destruction authority primarily applied to drugs and medical devices. The amended section allows for the destruction of any article determined to be hazardous, not just drugs or devices.
Prohibitions on Movement: A new provision makes it unlawful to move or introduce articles that the Secretary decides should be destroyed. This includes any unauthorized transport of such hazardous items both into and out of the commercial market.
Effective Date: The provisions will take effect 180 days after the bill is enacted, allowing time for necessary adjustments and regulations to be put in place.
Regulatory Framework: The Secretary of Health and Human Services is required to finalize regulations within 90 days following enactment to implement these changes, ensuring that they align with existing international agreements.

Overall Intent

The primary goal of this legislation is to enhance public health safety by allowing for more rapid destruction of imported items that could endanger health, streamlining reactions to health risks associated with hazardous goods.

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Actions

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Date	Action
May. 21, 2026	Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
May. 21, 2026	Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 0.
May. 13, 2026	Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
May. 13, 2026	Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Apr. 08, 2026	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Apr. 08, 2025	Introduced in House
Apr. 08, 2025	Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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