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- H.R.5086
H.R.5086: Safe Disposal of Opioids Act of 2021
About This Bill
- Introduced Aug. 24, 2021
- Latest Major Action Aug. 25, 2021
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
5 (2 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Aug. 24, 2021
Bill Summary
Safe Disposal of Opioids Act of 2021 This bill directs the Department of Justice to award grants to establish or maintain disposal sites for unwanted prescription medications. Additionally, the bill imposes a fee on the sale of an active opioid by the manufacturer, producer, or importer. The Department of Health and Human Services must establish a mechanism to provide discounts to patients to ensure that they do not pay the fee.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Aug. 25, 2021 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Aug. 24, 2021 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| Aug. 24, 2021 |
Introduced in the House by Suzanne Bonamici (D-Ore.) |