Senators Emphasize Federal Pre-emption In US OTC Hearing Aid Rule, State Attorneys General Disagree
Executive Summary
Warren and Grassley say legislation instructing FDA to establish OTC sales of some hearing aids stated a federal regulation is needed to ensure consumers in all states benefit from the change. State AGs, on the other hand, ask FDA to “define preemption terms in a way that recognizes the important role state and local entities play in protecting consumers.”