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Read. Follow. Verify.Proposed 'MAPS Act' to Map U.S. Pharmaceutical Supply Chains
Record date · June 24, 2026
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What This Bill Does
Senate Amendment 6067, known as the 'MAPS Act,' would require the Department of Health and Human Services to map pharmaceutical supply chains for critical drugs and biological products. The bill aims to identify vulnerabilities related to national security and drug shortages, while requiring the Department of Defense to report on its purchases of drugs sourced from the People's Republic of China.
This amendment would create new federal requirements for tracking the origin of critical medications and reporting on foreign-sourced drugs used by the military, potentially impacting how the government manages pharmaceutical procurement and supply chain security.
Who It Affects
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Department of Health and Human Services
The agency is tasked with mapping pharmaceutical supply chains and coordinating with other federal departments.
Department of Defense
The agency must produce biannual reports on its pharmaceutical procurement from the People's Republic of China.
Pharmaceutical manufacturers
Manufacturers may be subject to increased data collection and reporting requirements regarding their supply chains and production locations.
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Increased Focus on Foreign Sourcing
The amendment signals a shift toward mandatory transparency regarding the reliance of the U.S. military on pharmaceutical products sourced from the People's Republic of China.
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