Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA)

CHPA congratulates Dr. George Tidmarsh on his appointment to serve as @US_FDA’s news Director of the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (#CDER). His leadership comes at a pivotal moment for the self-care industry, and we look forward to working together to advance public…

Tomorrow is #InternationalSelfCareDay! We’re highlighting how self-care prevents unnecessary doctor visits and healthcare expenses—cutting costs and freeing time for consumers and physicians. In fact, every dollar spent on OTC medications saves the U.S. healthcare system…

2 days until #InternationalSelfCareDay! Self-care education empowers individuals to confidently manage everyday health needs and make informed decisions. For free educational and expert resources, check out HealthInHand .org #SelfCareIsHealthcare #SelfCareDay

With 3 days to go until #InternationalSelfCareDay, we’re spotlighting how OTC medicines, dietary supplements, and OTC medical devices help address health disparities by empowering individuals to take control of their health and wellbeing. #SelfCareIsHealthcare #SelfCareDay

The countdown to #InternationalSelfCareDay on July 24 begins! Expanding access to safe, effective self-care products empowers individuals to take charge of their health. That’s why we support the Oral Health Products Inclusion Act—legislation to expand HSA/FSA eligibility to…

CHPA applauds the Senate’s introduction of bipartisan legislation to reauthorize the Over-the-Counter Monograph User Fee Act (OMUFA). We thank @SenatorBanks and @SenTimKaine for their commitment to supporting this important public health framework and look forward to working…

We agree with @RepGregLandsman that consumers want to see more innovative OTC products on the shelves. Clarifying FDA’s standards for general recognition of safety and effectiveness in the OMUFA reauthorization bill will streamline the process to update products with established…

Thank you @RepBalderson for raising critical concerns at yesterday’s @HouseCommerce Health Subcommittee hearing about how FDA can provide greater consistency and predictability moving forward. Reaffirming the GRAS/E standard is essential to the success of #OMUFA reauthorization…

Thank you @RepBuddyCarter for highlighting the need to establish non-animal testing methods for all monograph drugs, such as sunscreens and topicals, through the @US_FDA Modernization Act 3.0. This legislation will pave the way for innovation and expanded access to OTC products…

At today’s @HouseCommerce Health Subcommittee hearing on #OMUFA reauthorization, we were thankful @RepJohnJoyce underscored the urgency of passing the Safe Sunscreen Standards Act, a bipartisan effort that would ultimately bring new sunscreen products to the U.S. market. As a…

Thank you @RepDebDingell for introducing the Safe Sunscreen Standards Act and highlighting it at today’s @HouseCommerce Health Subcommittee hearing. Building on #OMUFA reauthorization, this #bipartisan bill will help modernize @US_FDA’s review process and ensure American…

CHPA applauds Rep. @BobLatta, @RepDianaDeGette, @RepDanCrenshaw, and @RepDebDingell for introducing bipartisan legislation this week to reauthorize #OMUFA. We look forward to continuing to work with Congress to strengthen the bill by including reforms to clarify the #GRASE…

Wrapped up a full day on #CapitolHill with @RepDebDingell to discuss providing @US_FDA with the tools it needs to support access and continued innovation. Huge thanks to the Congresswoman and her team for their ongoing dedication to consumer health and engaging with our members…

CHPA members had a great discussion today with @HouseCommerce Chairman @RepGuthrie during our Capitol Hill fly-in. From expanding access to #selfcare to moving #OMUFA forward, we appreciate his continued leadership on these important issues!

Back to OTC policy for our next meeting – we had a great conversation with @RepDanCrenshaw to further discuss the need for OMUFA reauthorization. We’re grateful to the Congressman for his continued advocacy on this issue and the future of self-care access.

After a busy morning focused on self-care access and OMUFA, we turned our attention to expanding HSA/FSA coverage for #oralcare essentials with @repnicole Malliotakis. We thank Rep. Malliotakis for her time and continued leadership on behalf of #American consumers.

Grateful for the meaningful discussion today with #selfcare champion Rep. @BobLatta on the importance of #OMUFA reauthorization and other tools, like Rx-to-OTC switch, that will lower costs + empower consumers. Thankful to the Congressman for his continued leadership on these…

Next stop: @RepDianaDeGette's office to discuss OMUFA and Switch—essential pathways for preserving and expanding consumer’s access to safe and effective #selfcare options. Huge thanks to the Congresswoman and her staff for engaging with our members on this important topic.

Kicked off a full day of meetings on #CapitolHill today with our members and @RepBuddyCarter to discuss legislation aimed at modernizing the regulatory process for sunscreen in the US. Thank you for your leadership on this issue to ensure #Americans have access to the best sun…