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S.2353: LABEL Opioids Act of 2021
About This Bill
- Introduced July 15, 2021
- Latest Major Action July 15, 2021
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Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - July 15, 2021
Bill Summary
Lessening Addiction By Enhancing Labeling Opioids Act of 2021 or the LABEL Opioids Act of 2021 This bill requires prescription opioids to contain a warning label specifying that the opioids may cause dependence, addiction, and overdose. A registrant (e.g., a pharmacist) who dispenses an opioid in violation of the labeling requirement is subject to penalties.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| July 15, 2021 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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| July 15, 2021 |
Introduced in the Senate by Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) |