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Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018

USA115th CongressS-2680| Senate 
| Updated: 5/7/2018
Lamar Alexander

Lamar Alexander

Republican Senator

Tennessee

Cosponsors (23)
Dean Heller (Republican)Jeanne Shaheen (Democratic)Bill Cassidy (Republican)Margaret Wood Hassan (Democratic)Dianne Feinstein (Democratic)Elizabeth Warren (Democratic)Orrin G. Hatch (Republican)Heidi Heitkamp (Democratic)Doug Jones (Democratic)Robert P. Casey (Democratic)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Joe Manchin (Independent)Bob Corker (Republican)Claire McCaskill (Democratic)Johnny Isakson (Republican)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)Patty Murray (Democratic)Tina Smith (Democratic)Tammy Baldwin (Democratic)Susan M. Collins (Republican)Marco Rubio (Republican)Lisa Murkowski (Republican)Shelley Moore Capito (Republican)

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 This bill establishes a series of programs and requirements relating to opioid use, including programs to support pain management research, training for first responders, treatment and recovery centers, awareness campaigns, and controlled substance regulation.

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Timeline
Apr 16, 2018
Introduced in Senate
Apr 16, 2018
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Apr 24, 2018
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
May 7, 2018
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Reported by Senator Alexander with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
May 7, 2018
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 398.
  • April 16, 2018
    Introduced in Senate


  • April 16, 2018
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.


  • April 24, 2018
    Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.


  • May 7, 2018
    Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Reported by Senator Alexander with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.


  • May 7, 2018
    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 398.

Health

Related Bills

  • S 115-2710: A bill to improve treatment and early interventions for pregnant and postpartum women and infants affected by substance use disorder.
  • S 115-2661: A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act to allow hospice providers to dispose of leftover prescription medications, and for other purposes.
  • HR 115-5151: To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a grant program improving treatment for pregnant and postpartum women.
  • S 115-2589: A bill to amend title V of the Public Health Service Act to establish a grant program to create comprehensive opioid recovery centers, and for other purposes.
  • S 115-581: Jessie's Law
  • HR 115-5002: ACE Research Act
  • HR 115-5679: To require the Secretary of Labor, in consultation with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, to establish a pilot program for Jobs Plus Recovery programs, and for other purposes.
  • HR 115-5711: To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to allow National Health Service Corps members to provide obligated service as behavioral and mental health professionals at schools, other community-based settings, or patient homes, and for other purposes.
  • S 115-916: Ensuring Patient Access to Substance Use Disorder Treatments Act of 2018
  • HR 115-5041: Safe Disposal of Unused Medication Act
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresAdoption and foster careAdvisory bodiesAgingAlternative treatmentsBorder security and unlawful immigrationChild healthChild safety and welfareComputers and information technologyCongressional oversightCustoms enforcementDepartment of Health and Human ServicesDepartment of JusticeDrug, alcohol, tobacco useDrug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulationDrug therapyDrug trafficking and controlled substancesEconomic performance and conditionsEducation programs fundingElementary and secondary educationEmergency medical services and trauma careEmployment and training programsExecutive agency funding and structureFirst responders and emergency personnelFood and Drug Administration (FDA)Government studies and investigationsHealth care coverage and accessHealth facilities and institutionsHealth information and medical recordsHealth personnelHealth programs administration and fundingHealth promotion and preventive careHealth technology, devices, suppliesHigher educationHIV/AIDSHome and outpatient careHomelessness and emergency shelterIndian social and development programsInfectious and parasitic diseasesIntergovernmental relationsLicensing and registrationsLong-term, rehabilitative, and terminal careMedical educationMedical researchMental healthPostal servicePreschool educationPrescription drugsPublic participation and lobbyingResearch administration and fundingRight of privacyState and local government operationsStudent aid and college costsTeaching, teachers, curriculaTrade restrictionsUnemploymentWomen's health

Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018

USA115th CongressS-2680| Senate 
| Updated: 5/7/2018
Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 This bill establishes a series of programs and requirements relating to opioid use, including programs to support pain management research, training for first responders, treatment and recovery centers, awareness campaigns, and controlled substance regulation.

Bill Text Versions

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2 versions available

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Timeline
Apr 16, 2018
Introduced in Senate
Apr 16, 2018
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Apr 24, 2018
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
May 7, 2018
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Reported by Senator Alexander with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
May 7, 2018
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 398.
  • April 16, 2018
    Introduced in Senate


  • April 16, 2018
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.


  • April 24, 2018
    Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.


  • May 7, 2018
    Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Reported by Senator Alexander with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.


  • May 7, 2018
    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 398.
Lamar Alexander

Lamar Alexander

Republican Senator

Tennessee

Cosponsors (23)
Dean Heller (Republican)Jeanne Shaheen (Democratic)Bill Cassidy (Republican)Margaret Wood Hassan (Democratic)Dianne Feinstein (Democratic)Elizabeth Warren (Democratic)Orrin G. Hatch (Republican)Heidi Heitkamp (Democratic)Doug Jones (Democratic)Robert P. Casey (Democratic)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Joe Manchin (Independent)Bob Corker (Republican)Claire McCaskill (Democratic)Johnny Isakson (Republican)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)Patty Murray (Democratic)Tina Smith (Democratic)Tammy Baldwin (Democratic)Susan M. Collins (Republican)Marco Rubio (Republican)Lisa Murkowski (Republican)Shelley Moore Capito (Republican)

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • S 115-2710: A bill to improve treatment and early interventions for pregnant and postpartum women and infants affected by substance use disorder.
  • S 115-2661: A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act to allow hospice providers to dispose of leftover prescription medications, and for other purposes.
  • HR 115-5151: To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a grant program improving treatment for pregnant and postpartum women.
  • S 115-2589: A bill to amend title V of the Public Health Service Act to establish a grant program to create comprehensive opioid recovery centers, and for other purposes.
  • S 115-581: Jessie's Law
  • HR 115-5002: ACE Research Act
  • HR 115-5679: To require the Secretary of Labor, in consultation with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, to establish a pilot program for Jobs Plus Recovery programs, and for other purposes.
  • HR 115-5711: To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to allow National Health Service Corps members to provide obligated service as behavioral and mental health professionals at schools, other community-based settings, or patient homes, and for other purposes.
  • S 115-916: Ensuring Patient Access to Substance Use Disorder Treatments Act of 2018
  • HR 115-5041: Safe Disposal of Unused Medication Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresAdoption and foster careAdvisory bodiesAgingAlternative treatmentsBorder security and unlawful immigrationChild healthChild safety and welfareComputers and information technologyCongressional oversightCustoms enforcementDepartment of Health and Human ServicesDepartment of JusticeDrug, alcohol, tobacco useDrug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulationDrug therapyDrug trafficking and controlled substancesEconomic performance and conditionsEducation programs fundingElementary and secondary educationEmergency medical services and trauma careEmployment and training programsExecutive agency funding and structureFirst responders and emergency personnelFood and Drug Administration (FDA)Government studies and investigationsHealth care coverage and accessHealth facilities and institutionsHealth information and medical recordsHealth personnelHealth programs administration and fundingHealth promotion and preventive careHealth technology, devices, suppliesHigher educationHIV/AIDSHome and outpatient careHomelessness and emergency shelterIndian social and development programsInfectious and parasitic diseasesIntergovernmental relationsLicensing and registrationsLong-term, rehabilitative, and terminal careMedical educationMedical researchMental healthPostal servicePreschool educationPrescription drugsPublic participation and lobbyingResearch administration and fundingRight of privacyState and local government operationsStudent aid and college costsTeaching, teachers, curriculaTrade restrictionsUnemploymentWomen's health