Trump's Two-For-One Reg Order Needs Agency Interpretation, Medtech Reg Experts Say

For the most part, industry experts and lobbyists say they still have questions about President Trump's latest executive order, which requires agencies to rescind two regulations for every one rule that is implemented. With key leadership positions at HHS and FDA still unfilled, some say they are taking a wait-and-see approach before concluding how the order will be interpreted.

Under a new executive order issued by President Donald Trump, all executive branch agencies would be required to rescind two regulations for every regulation they implement. Life-science regulatory experts say the language requires interpretation from individual agencies to understand its full impact. Lobby groups say they will keep a close eye on the measure, while key hospital group is praising the move.

Since taking office Jan. 20, the new president has signed a string of executive orders, including a hiring freeze on...

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