NOSSAMAN LLP for MERCK & COMPANY INC
What was lobbied
2 issue areas, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Health Issues HCR
Oppose efforts to permit Rx drug importation into the U.S.,other than by drug's manufacturer (no specific bill). Support efforts to require safety and cost savings certification by HHS Secretary in any Rx drug importation legislation (no specific bill). Support reauthorization of Prescription Drug User Fee Act and Better Pharmaceutical for Children Act (S.1082 - Prescription Drug User Fee Amendments of 2007, H.R. 2900 - Food and Drug Administration Amendments Act of 2007).
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| TIMOTHY W JENKINS | N/A |
Medicare/Medicaid MMM
Oppose efforts to amend Medicare Modernization Act to impose government price controls on prescription drugs (H.R.4 - Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007, and S.250 - Medicare Enhancements for Needed Drugs Act of 2007). Support efforts to ensure appropriate access to vaccines under Medicare Part D (no specific bill). Oppose expansion of or increase in Medicaid rebate (no specific bill).
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| TIMOTHY W JENKINS | N/A |
Shown as published by the Senate Office of Public Records and the House Clerk under the Lobbying Disclosure Act. The official filing is the record; open it for the full form.