Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act of 2005

This bill would allow Americans to legally import prescription drugs from certain foreign countries, such as Canada, to help lower the cost of medication. It establishes a regulatory framework where registered importers and individuals could bring in FDA-approved drugs that are often sold at lower prices abroad.

To ensure safety, the bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to register and inspect foreign exporters and track the chain of custody for these medications. Additionally, the legislation prohibits pharmaceutical manufacturers from using business practices or patent laws to block or discriminate against the legal importation of these lower-cost drugs. For everyday citizens, this would provide a legal pathway to access more affordable prescription medications while maintaining federal oversight of drug quality and safety.