HR 5314 · 114th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement

Empowering Pharmacists in the Fight Against Opioid Abuse Act

Introduced 2016-05-24· Sponsored by Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-11]· House

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Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.(2016-05-24)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Empowering Pharmacists in the Fight Against Opioid Abuse Act This bill requires the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to develop and disseminate training programs and materials on: (1) the circumstances under which a pharmacist may refuse to fill a controlled substance prescription suspected to be fraudulent, forged, or indicative of abuse or diversion; and (2) federal requirements related to such refusal. The DEA must seek input from relevant stakeholders.…

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Cosponsors (1)

1 Republican
Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]GA