Meth bill
This article was originally published in The Tan Sheet
Executive Summary
Legislation introduced in the House May 9 would "require that pseudoephedrine be dispensed only upon a written prescription of a licensed practitioner," thereby making it harder for meth producers to acquire pseudoephedrine. Sponsored by Rep. Marion Berry (D-Ark.), the Methamphetamine Elimination Act of 2002 notes meth producers can easily purchase OTC drug ingredient from any retail store, and "efforts to reduce access to pseudoephedrine by [meth] producers, such as blister packaging and sales thresholds, have not been effective deterrents." Berry staffer says Congressman hopes to spark new debate on meth issue, receive more active participation from FDA. HR 4690 was referred to the Commerce committee...
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Legislation introduced in the House May 9 would "require that pseudoephedrine be dispensed only upon a written prescription of a licensed practitioner," thereby making it harder for meth producers to acquire pseudoephedrine. Sponsored by Rep. Marion Berry (D-Ark.), the Methamphetamine Elimination Act of 2002 notes meth producers can easily purchase OTC drug ingredient from any retail store, and "efforts to reduce access to pseudoephedrine by [meth] producers, such as blister packaging and sales thresholds, have not been effective deterrents." Berry staffer says Congressman hopes to spark new debate on meth issue, receive more active participation from FDA. HR 4690 was referred to the Commerce committee.... |