FDA Advisory Committee Reform: Does Listening Session Suggest No Major Near-Term Changes?

03 May 2024

FDA seeks feedback at 13 June virtual hearing on three general topics related to advisory committees: panel composition, barriers to service for Special Government Employees, and public perception and understanding of the process.

The US Food and Drug Administration’s initiative to optimize the advisory committee process is going out for public comment, suggesting that despite ongoing reform efforts, major changes may not be implemented for some time.

The FDA will hold a virtual listening session on 13 June to solicit feedback on the agency’s use and processes...