Opioid Abuse Crisis Act of 2016

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Explore the details of House Bill 5189 Opioid Abuse Crisis Act of 2016 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:33 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 5189

Opioid Abuse Crisis Act of 2016

This bill appropriates funding for activities in this bill.

This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to require the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to provide support for activities related to opioid abuse, including treatment services. (Opioids are drugs with effects similar to opium, such as heroin and certain pain medications.)

This bill amends the Controlled Substances Act, including to permit a pharmacist to partially fill a prescription for certain drugs.

This bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require the Food and Drug Administration to refer new drug applications for opioids without abuse deterrent properties to an advisory committee.

This bill amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to permit the Department of Justice (DOJ) to support opioid abuse services and programs for veterans.

Opioid Program Evaluation Act or the OPEN Act

DOJ and HHS must have a nonfederal entity evaluate the grants established by this bill.

Promoting Responsible Opioid Management and Incorporating Scientific Expertise Act or the Jason Simcakoski PROMISE Act

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Defense (DOD) must update the VA/DOD Clinical Practice Guideline for Management of Opioid Therapy for Chronic Pain.

The VA must carry out activities related to opioid abuse, including expanding the opioid safety initiative to include all VA medical facilities.

Improving Safe Care for the Prevention of Infant Abuse and Neglect Act

The national clearinghouse for child abuse information must provide information on plans of safe care for infants born affected by substance abuse.

This bill amends the Social Security Act, including to permit prescription drug plan sponsors to establish programs for beneficiaries at-risk for prescription drug abuse.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5189

Bill HR 5189 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2016. Bill HR 5189 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on May 11, 2016. Bill HR 5189's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. as of June 7, 2016

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5189

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5189

Primary Policy Focus

Health

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Accounting and auditingAdvisory bodiesAfghanistanAlternative treatmentsAsiaAthletesChild healthChild safety and welfareCivil actions and liabilityCommunity life and organizationConflicts and warsCongressional oversightDepartment of Veterans AffairsDisability assistanceDomestic violence and child abuseDrug therapyDrug trafficking and controlled substancesDrug, alcohol, tobacco useEmergency medical services and trauma careEmployee hiringFamily servicesFirst responders and emergency personnelFraud offenses and financial crimesGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsHealth care costs and insuranceHealth care coverage and accessHealth care qualityHealth facilities and institutionsHealth information and medical recordsHealth personnelHealth programs administration and fundingHealth promotion and preventive careHealth technology, devices, suppliesHome and outpatient careHospital careIraqLaw enforcement administration and fundingLicensing and registrationsMedicaidMedical educationMedical ethicsMedical tests and diagnostic methodsMedicareMental healthMiddle EastMilitary medicineNeurological disordersPerformance measurementPrescription drugsPublic contracts and procurementSchool athleticsState and local government operationsVeterans' medical careVeterans' pensions and compensationWomen's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5189

Opioid Abuse Crisis Act of 2016To address the opioid abuse crisis.Jason Simcakoski PROMISE ActPromoting Responsible Opioid Management and Incorporating Scientific Expertise ActOPEN ActImproving Safe Care for the Prevention of Infant Abuse and Neglect ActOpioid Program Evaluation ActOpioid Abuse Crisis Act of 2016

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