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H.R.5242: Opioid Settlement Accountability Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Nov. 21, 2019
- Latest Major Action Nov. 22, 2019
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsor
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Nov. 21, 2019
Bill Summary
Opioid Settlement Accountability Act This bill establishes certain requirements with respect to the disposition of funds received by states from litigation against opioid manufacturers and distributors. Specifically, the bill requires states to use such funds to address opioid use, such as through (1) opioid prevention and treatment services, (2) health care practitioner training, (3) first responder equipment, and (4) social support...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Nov. 22, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Nov. 21, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Nov. 21, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by David McKinley (R-W.Va.) |